A Pilgrimage to Nejd, the Cradle of the Arab Race. Vol. 2 [of 2]

A vivid travelogue opens with the author’s arrival in the heart of the Arabian desert, where the sweeping dunes give way to the famed stables of Haïl. Here she chronicles the unrivaled Nejd horses, detailing their rare lineage, the striking features of a true “Nejdi” head, and the meticulous training methods prized by the Bedouin elite. Through keen observation and lively sketches, readers glimpse the bustling court of the Emir, the intricate politics that have shifted power from the Ibn Saoud family to new rulers, and the cultural symbolism attached to prized mares.

The narrative then turns to a pilgrimage that carries the party across rugged mountain fortresses and bustling bazaars, weaving together encounters with local clergymen, daring hunts, and the everyday hospitality of desert tribes. Along the way, the author records colorful customs—from cooking locusts to the rhythms of hawking—while hinting at an impending journey into Persia, promising further adventures and cross‑cultural encounters without revealing the outcomes.