""The Gold-Mines of Midian and the Ruined Midianite Cities: A Fortnight's Tour in Northwestern Arabia"" is a travelogue written by Sir Richard Francis Burton. The book describes Burton's two-week journey in the northwestern region of Arabia, where he explored the gold mines of Midian and the ruined cities of the Midianites. Burton provides an in-depth account of his experiences, detailing the geography, culture, and history of the region. He describes...