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Finding from my own personal experience how troublesome it is to hunt through piles of dusty old volumes, I have decided to make a small selection of these papers which I consider are not only rare and very interesting, but which also give an insight into the varied activities and achievements of Burton’s crowded life. It will, I think, be realized that such a volume as this will not be superfluous, for, apart from saving people an enormous amount of trouble, it will give them further insight into the life-work of one of the greatest men of the Victorian era.

Dive into the fascinating world of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police through the eyes of one dedicated ‘Mountie.’ This book offers an intimate look at his life, adventures, and the challenges he faced as an officer in the untamed Canadian Northwest. Join us on this remarkable journey filled with personal stories and insights. (Summary by Esther)

Sir Richard Francis Burton (1821 – 1890) was a remarkable English explorer, translator, and writer renowned for his daring adventures and deep understanding of diverse cultures. His linguistic prowess was extraordinary, as he was said to speak 29 languages spanning Europe, Asia, and Africa. Burtons most notable feats include disguising himself to travel to Mecca, producing an unexpurgated translation of The Book of One Thousand Nights and A Night, and introducing the Kama Sutra to the English-speaking world. He also embarked on a groundbreaking expedition with John Hanning Speke, guided by ...

Richard the Lionheart remains one of England's most famous kings. His statue stands proudly outside the Houses of Parliament, yet who was Richard? Was there more to him than we see depicted in modern media - the great, missing king from the Robin Hood films who was always having his throne threated by his younger brother John! Or was Richard not worthy of the legend that seems to have been built up around his name?

Richard Burton reads Shakespeare's narrative poem about the legendary Lucretia (or 'Lucrece'). The poem tells the story of the Roman leader Tarquin's rape of Lucrece and her subsequent suicide.