The Land of Midian Part I Chapter IV - Notices of Precious Metals in Midian—the Papyri and the Mediæval Arab Geographers cover art

The Land of Midian Part I Chapter IV - Notices of Precious Metals in Midian—the Papyri and the Mediæval Arab Geographers

The Land of Midian Part I Chapter IV - Notices of Precious Metals in Midian—the Papyri and the Mediæval Arab Geographers

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In which the venerable Egyptian papyri and mediæval Arab geographers are consulted to shed light upon the ancient riches and settlements of Midian, revealing a tapestry of copper mines, historical ruins, and enduring traditions that entwine with biblical and Islamic lore. With a judicious eye, Colonel Burton delineates the archaeological findings and linguistic conjectures that collectively sketch the landscape and lineage of a land both elusive and venerated, rich in metals and memory alike.
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