Timbuctoo

""Timbuctoo: The Mysterious"" by Felix Dubois is a book that explores the history and culture of the ancient city of Timbuktu, located in the West African country of Mali. The book takes readers on a journey through the city's past, from its founding as a trading center in the 11th century to its status as a center of Islamic scholarship in the 14th and 15th centuries. Dubois also delves into the city's mysterious reputation, which has been built up over centuries of myths and legends about its wealth, knowledge, and hidden treasures. The author draws on historical accounts, archaeological discoveries, and his own experiences traveling to Timbuktu to paint a vivid picture of this fascinating and enigmatic city. The book includes numerous illustrations and photographs, as well as maps and diagrams to help readers better understand the city's layout and history. Overall, ""Timbuctoo: The Mysterious"" is a captivating exploration of one of the world's most intriguing historical and cultural sites.A Very Well-Illustrated Work, The Author Traveled Along The Niger, Jenne, Songhois, Sudan To Timbuctoo. A Good Description Of The Commerce, Life, University Of Sankore, Politics, Literature, The French Connection, People, Etc.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.