From The Black Sea Through Persia And India

By Edwin Lord Weeks

Book Overview

From The Black Sea Through Persia And India is a travelogue written by Edwin Lord Weeks, an American artist and adventurer, in the late 19th century. The book chronicles his journey through the Middle East and India, starting from the Black Sea coast of Turkey and ending in the city of Bombay (now Mumbai) in India. Throughout the book, Weeks describes in vivid detail the people, landscapes, and cultures he encounters on his journey. He writes about the bustling bazaars of Persia, the magnificent architecture of India's Mughal Empire, and the natural beauty of the Himalayan Mountains. He also provides insights into the political and social conditions of the regions he travels through, including the impact of British colonialism in India.From The Black Sea Through Persia And India is not only a travelogue but also a visual feast. Weeks was an accomplished artist, and the book includes many of his illustrations and paintings, which provide a glimpse into the landscapes and people he encountered on his journey. Overall, From The Black Sea Through Persia And India is a fascinating account of a bygone era, and a must-read for anyone interested in travel, history, and culture.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: 1163299596
• ISBN13: 9781163299593
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 452 Pages
• Weight: 1.32 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"