The Penetration Of Arabia

The book ""The Penetration Of Arabia: A Record Of The Development Of Western Knowledge Concerning The Arabian Peninsula"" by David George Hogarth was published in 1904. The book is a detailed account of the exploration and discovery of the Arabian Peninsula by Western explorers and scholars. The author traces the history of Western knowledge about the region, from the early Greek and Roman accounts to the modern era of European imperialism.The book covers a range of topics, including the geography, geology, flora, fauna, and people of the Arabian Peninsula. It also delves into the political and economic history of the region, including the rise of Islam and the Ottoman Empire. The author provides a wealth of information about the various expeditions and explorers who contributed to Western knowledge of the area, including Lawrence of Arabia and Gertrude Bell.Overall, ""The Penetration Of Arabia"" is a comprehensive and informative account of the Western exploration and discovery of the Arabian Peninsula. It is an important historical document that sheds light on the cultural, political, and economic forces that shaped the region during the early 20th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.