num_pages: 456
description: The Secret of the Kufara is a non-fiction book written by Rosita Forbes. The book is a fascinating account of Forbes' journey through the Libyan desert in the 1920s. The book focuses on Forbes' exploration of the Kufara Oasis, a remote and mysterious place that was largely unknown to the Western world at the time.Forbes' journey to Kufara was not an easy one. She faced numerous challenges, including harsh weather conditions, difficult terrain, and hostile tribes. However, Forbes was determined to reach her destination and uncover the secrets of the oasis.The book is a vivid and detailed account of Forbes' journey, and it provides readers with a unique glimpse into a world that was largely unknown to Westerners at the time. Forbes' writing is engaging and descriptive, and she does an excellent job of bringing the desert and its people to life.Overall, The Secret of the Kufara is a must-read for anyone interested in travel, adventure, or exploration. It is a fascinating and inspiring book that will leave readers with a new appreciation for the beauty and mystery of the desert.1921. With 54 illustrations from photographs by the author and a map. Forbes, an Englishwoman, made history when, in 1935, traveling alone and using every conceivable means of transportation, she made it from Peshawar to Samarkand and beyond in Afghan. In this volume she relates the fascinating account of her remarkable journey to Kufra, made in the company of Ahmed Hassanein Bey, disguised as a bedouin woman. She was the second European to ever reach Kufra.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.
language: English
title: The Secret of the Sahara: Kufara
titlecomplete: The Secret of the Sahara: Kufara
genres: Travel, Nonfiction, Libya
ratings_count: 17
publisher: Kessinger Publishing