Across Persia (1907)

By Eliot Crawshay-Williams

Book Overview

Across Persia is a travelogue written by Crawshay Williams and Eliot, first published in 1907. The book chronicles their journey through Persia, a country that was then relatively unknown to the Western world. The authors provide a detailed account of their experiences as they travel through the country, describing the landscape, people, and culture they encounter along the way.The book is divided into chapters that cover different regions of Persia, including Tehran, Isfahan, and the Caspian Sea. The authors describe the architecture of the cities they visit, including the mosques, palaces, and bazaars. They also provide insights into the customs and traditions of the people they meet, such as the hospitality of the Persians and their love of poetry.Throughout the book, the authors also share their personal experiences and observations, giving readers a sense of what it was like to travel through Persia at the turn of the 20th century. They recount their encounters with bandits, their struggles with language barriers, and their interactions with local officials.Overall, Across Persia is a fascinating and informative account of a journey through a country that was then largely unknown to the Western world. It provides readers with a glimpse into the history, culture, and people of Persia, and is a must-read for anyone interested in travel writing or Persian history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165277433
• ISBN13: 9781165277438
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 390 Pages
• Weight: 1.15 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"