Elias al-Musili

This audiobook explores the remarkable journey of Elias al-Musili, a seventeenth-century Chaldean priest from Baghdad who traveled to Spanish America, offering a unique perspective on the New World through his writings. Discovered in 1905, his detailed observations span his twelve-year adventure, highlighting encounters with native peoples, Spanish conquistadors, and colonial society. Narrated by Iraqi American author Weam Namou, this edition makes Elias’ fascinating insights accessible, providing valuable historical context for listeners interested in Middle Eastern and Latin American history.