Chapter 16

Theatre--Howling dervishes--Mashdalansher, the birthday of Mahomet-- Procession and religious ceremony--Shubra--Excursion through the desert to Suez--Hardships of the journey--Scenes in the desert--The camel--Caravans--Mirage--The Red Sea--Suez--Bedouin Camp--Quarrel with the camel-driver--Departure for Alexandria