Von Tripolis nach Alexandrien - 1. Band

A detailed account unfolds of a Prussian diplomatic mission that set out in the autumn of 1868, tasked with carrying a collection of gifts from Berlin to the Sultan of Bornu via Tripoli. The author describes the lively atmosphere of Marseille, the preparation of equipment, and the first steps across the coastal plain of Tripolitania, where ancient ruins such as Leptis Magna stand beside a bustling modern trade. Along the way, careful notes on the landscape, local customs, and the remnants of Roman architecture give a vivid sense of a region at the crossroads of past and present.

The narrative then turns toward the interior, charting a caravan’s progress through the rugged terrain of Cyrenaica and the remarkable oasis of Jupiter Ammon. Rich observations of desert flora, Bedouin life, and the interplay of Arabic and Berber cultures are paired with precise maps, lithographs, and tables that bring the geography to life. The work offers listeners a compelling blend of travel, science, and history, captured through the eyes of a 19th‑century explorer.