Pious Pilgrims, Discerning Travellers, Curious Tourists: Changing Patterns of Travel to the Middle East from Medieval to Modern Times

Discover the rich tapestry of travel to the Middle East in Pious Pilgrims, Discerning Travellers, Curious Tourists: Changing Patterns of Travel to the Middle East from Medieval to Modern Times by Paul Starkey. Published in 2020, this insightful book spans 422 pages and offers a captivating collection of seventeen scholarly papers presented at the biennial conference of the Association for the Study of Travel in Egypt and the Near East (ASTENE) held in York in July 2019. Each paper delves into the evolving patterns of travel to this historically significant region over more than a millennium, providing readers with a unique perspective on the motivations and experiences of those who journeyed through the Middle East. Ideal for history enthusiasts and curious travelers alike, Starkey's work invites you to explore the intricate relationship between travel and culture in one of the world's most fascinating areas.