Amin Maalouf
Leo Africanus
- ISBN 13:
- 9781561310227
- author:
- Amin Maalouf
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- New Amsterdam Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1998
- Pages:
- 370
- Genre:
- Literature Historical
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
Leo Africanus: An Autobiographical Journey Born in Granada in 1488, Hasan al-Wazzan's life took an unexpected turn when his family fled the Inquisition. He became an itinerant merchant, making many journeys to the East, where he observed and recorded the cultures he encountered. Captured by a Sicilian pirate, Hasan was taken back to Rome as a gift to Pope Leo X, who baptized him Johannes Leo. It was during this time that he wrote his celebrated Description of Africa, a trilingual dictionary, and other works that showcased his remarkable linguistic and geographical skills. This autobiography offers a unique glimpse into the life of a 15th-century scholar and adventurer, whose experiences shaped his understanding of the world and left a lasting legacy in the field of geography.
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