Tour To The Sepulchres Of Etruria, In 1839 (1843)

By Elizabeth Caroline Johnstone Gray

Book Overview

Tour To The Sepulchres Of Etruria, In 1839 (1843) is a travelogue written by Elizabeth Caroline Johnstone Gray. The book is an account of her journey to Etruria, a region in central Italy known for its ancient tombs and burial sites. Gray describes in detail the various sites she visited, including the tombs of Tarquinia, Cerveteri, and Vulci. She provides insights into the history and culture of the Etruscan civilization, which flourished in the region from the 8th to the 3rd century BCE. The book is illustrated with sketches and engravings of the tombs and their contents, as well as the landscape and people of the region. Gray's writing style is engaging and informative, making the book a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and archaeology of Etruria.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: 1104510626
• ISBN13: 9781104510626
• Release Date: May 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 604 Pages
• Weight: 1.76 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"