Anne Blunt, alongside her husband Wilfrid Scawen Blunt, was a pioneering figure in Arabian horse breeding and a co-founder of the Crabbet Arabian Stud. Their extensive travels through Arabia and the Middle East in the late 1870s were instrumental in acquiring and bringing influential Arabian horses to England. These horses, including notable names like Azrek and Mesaoud, laid the foundation for a significant portion of today's purebred Arabian horse lineage. Lady Anne's dedication established a lasting legacy in the history of these noble animals.
A classic Arabic romance about the theft of a mare and the ensuing adventure and intrigue. This book is a masterpiece of medieval Arab literature, and is known for its rich language, vivid imagery, and engaging plot. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Arabic literature and culture.
Looks at a five month journey undertaken by an English woman in 1878 to the central desert region of Arabia. This book throws a refreshing and senstive light on the people and places of those times.