by Francis Pulszky. 1854. 402p

The book provides a detailed account of the Regency of Algeria, primarily through the observations of Bavarian naturalist Dr. Moritz Wagner, who spent three years in the region. It combines Wagner's lively descriptions with updated information on Algeria's state, including the capture of Constantine and the surrender of Abd-el-Kader. The narrative explores various aspects of Algerian life, from coffee culture and education to the challenges of colonization, highlighting the interactions between Europeans and Arabs, as well as the socio-economic dynamics of the time.