Letters On Greece: Being A Sequel To Letters On Egypt, And Containing Travels Through Rhodes, Crete, And Other Islands Of The Archipelago (1788)

By Claude-Étienne Savary and Savary

Book Overview

Letters on Greece is a travelogue written by Claude Etienne Savary in 1788, which serves as a sequel to his earlier work, Letters on Egypt. The book details Savary's travels through various islands of the Greek Archipelago, including Rhodes and Crete. The author provides a vivid description of the natural beauty, culture, and history of these islands, as well as their people and customs. Savary also offers insights into the political and social conditions of the time, including the impact of the Ottoman Empire on Greece. The book is written in a series of letters, which adds a personal touch to the narrative and allows the reader to experience the journey through the author's eyes. Overall, Letters on Greece is a fascinating account of a journey through a region that has captivated travelers for centuries.With Comparative Remarks On Their Ancient And Present State, And Observations On The Government, Character, And Manners, Of The Turks, And Modern Greeks.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: 1166325784
• ISBN13: 9781166325787
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 422 Pages
• Weight: 1.24 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"