The Tigris Expedition by Thor Heyerdahl
Along with his companions from nine nations, Heyerdahl set sail in a boat made of reeds in search of the sea routes which he was sure must have been used by the Sumerians in vessels like his own, 5000 years ago. Heyerdahl recounts the many discoveries and hazards that occurred on his journey down the Tigris, through the Gulf and on to the Indian Ocean - tales of modern shipping, bandits, reefs and the political dispute which finally led to the ceremonial burning of the boat.Thor Heyerdahl was born in Norway in 1914. He received the Order of Merit or similar decorations from Peru, Italy, Egypt, Morocco, Bulgaria, Norway and Sweden. He wrote many books on early travel and sea exploration. He died in April 2002.
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ISBN 13 | 9780006545316 |
ISBN 10 | 0006545319 |
Title | The Tigris Expedition |
Author | Thor Heyerdahl |
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Binding type | Paperback |
Publisher | HarperCollins Publishers |
Year published | 1993-04-26 |
Number of pages | 384 |
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