A Visit To Greece : In 1823 And 1824 (1825)
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Overview
""A Visit to Greece: In 1823 and 1824"" is a travelogue written by George Waddington, documenting his journey to Greece during the early 19th century. The book was first published in 1825 and provides a detailed account of Waddington's experiences and observations during his visit to Greece. The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of Greece such as its history, culture, art, architecture, and people. Waddington explores the ancient ruins of Athens and other Greek cities, providing a vivid description of the temples, statues, and other historical artifacts he encounters. He also describes the customs and traditions of the Greek people, their dress, and their way of life.Throughout the book, Waddington reflects on the current political situation in Greece, which was then struggling for independence from the Ottoman Empire. He provides a firsthand account of the Greek War of Independence and the battles between the Greeks and the Ottomans. Overall, ""A Visit to Greece: In 1823 and 1824"" is a fascinating historical account of Greece during a turbulent period in its history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Greek history, culture, and art.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.
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- ISBN-13: 9781166471613
- ISBN-10: 1166471616
- Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
- Publish Date: September 2010
- Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.67 inches
- Shipping Weight: 0.95 pounds
- Page Count: 322
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