Árminius Vambéry, his life and adventures by Ármin Vámbéry
"Árminius Vambéry, his life and adventures" by Ármin Vámbéry is an autobiographical account written in the late 19th century. The book captures the life and travels of Vambéry, a linguist and adventurer, detailing his experiences and explorations across Europe and Asia. The narrative explores his unique journey from a modest childhood in Hungary to becoming a prominent figure in exploration and cultural exchange, particularly in the context of Central Asia. The beginningof the narrative introduces Vambéry's early life, showcasing his struggles with poverty and physical limitations but emphasizing his relentless spirit and determination to explore the world. In the introductory chapter, he expresses a profound longing for foreign lands and recounts his first steps toward achieving this dream, including the pivotal moment he discards his crutch, symbolizing his desire for independence and adventure. Vambéry illustrates the curiosity that propelled him towards Asia, indicating a blend of personal aspirations and cultural connections to the East, where he aimed to immerse himself in the customs and languages he had been studying. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Vámbéry, Ármin, 1832-1913 |
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| Title | Árminius Vambéry, his life and adventures |
| Note | Reading ease score: 60.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Albert László, Steven desJardins, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DS: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia |
| Subject | Iran -- Description and travel |
| Subject | Asia, Central -- Description and travel |
| Subject | Vámbéry, Ármin, 1832-1913 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 40163 |
| Release Date | Jul 8, 2012 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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