The Mediterranean: Its Storied Cities and Venerable Ruins

By Thomas George Bonney

Book Overview

""The Mediterranean: Its Storied Cities and Venerable Ruins"" by T. G. Bonney is a comprehensive exploration of the history, culture, and landmarks of the Mediterranean region. The book takes readers on a journey through the ancient cities and ruins of Greece, Italy, Turkey, and Egypt, highlighting the rich heritage of each destination. Bonney's vivid descriptions bring to life the architectural marvels of the Mediterranean, from the Parthenon in Athens to the Colosseum in Rome. Along the way, readers learn about the myths and legends that have shaped the region's identity, as well as the political and social forces that have influenced its development over the centuries. With its stunning photography and engaging prose, ""The Mediterranean"" is a must-read for anyone interested in the history and culture of this iconic region.1902. Also authored by H.D. Traill, Grant Allen, Arthur Griffiths and Robert Brown. Contents: The Pillars of Hercules; Algiers; Malaga; Barcelona; Marseilles; Nice; The Riviera; Genoa; The Tuscan Coast; Venice; Alexandria; Malta; Sicily; and Naples.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: 1417933321
• ISBN13: 9781417933327
• Release Date: January 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 412 Pages
• Weight: 1.33 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"