The Devil Drives: A Life of Sir Richard Burton

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by Fawn M. Brodie

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Fans of Richard Francis Burton's adventures: If I were to read just one book about him --which would you recommend?
John Cooper That would be A Rage to Live by Mary S. Lovell. I've read three biographies of Burton, and this is my favorite: not only is Lovell an engaging writer,…moreThat would be A Rage to Live by Mary S. Lovell. I've read three biographies of Burton, and this is my favorite: not only is Lovell an engaging writer, she had access to Burton papers that earlier biographers lacked, and she was able to correct some earlier misconceptions about him. My review is here: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...(less)
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