Roughing It In Crete In 1867 (1868)

By John Edwin Hilary Skinner

Book Overview

Roughing It In Crete In 1867 is a travelogue written by John Edwin Hilary Skinner, originally published in 1868. The book recounts Skinner's journey through the island of Crete in Greece during the year 1867. The author describes his experiences as he travels through the rugged terrain of the island, encountering various people and cultures along the way. Skinner provides vivid descriptions of the landscape, the people, and the customs of Crete, as well as his own personal reflections on his travels. He also includes historical and cultural information about the island, including its mythology and ancient ruins. The book offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of 19th-century travel and exploration, and provides a unique perspective on the island of Crete during a time of great change and upheaval. Overall, Roughing It In Crete In 1867 is a compelling and engaging travelogue that offers readers an immersive and informative journey through one of Greece's most fascinating and beautiful islands.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: 1437109039
• ISBN13: 9781437109030
• Release Date: October 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 304 Pages
• Weight: 0.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"