Athos Or, The Mountain Of The Monks

By Athelstan Riley

Book Overview

Athos Or, The Mountain Of The Monks is a book written by Athelstan Riley. The book is a travelogue that takes the reader on a journey to the Greek peninsula of Mount Athos, also known as the Holy Mountain. The author describes his experiences and observations of the monasteries, monks, and the daily life on the mountain. The book also contains historical and cultural information about the region, as well as the religious significance of Mount Athos for the Eastern Orthodox Church. The author's writing style is descriptive and informative, and the book is a fascinating read for anyone interested in history, religion, or travel. Overall, Athos Or, The Mountain Of The Monks is a well-written and informative book that provides a unique insight into the life and culture of Mount Athos.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: 1163115940
• ISBN13: 9781163115947
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 426 Pages
• Weight: 1.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"