Visits To Monasteries In The Levant
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Visits to Monasteries in the Levant is a travelogue written by Robert Curzon, an English diplomat and traveler, in the mid-19th century. The book chronicles Curzon's visits to various monasteries in the Levant region, including those in Palestine, Syria, and Egypt. Curzon's accounts provide vivid descriptions of the monasteries, their architecture, and the daily lives of the monks who lived there. He also shares his observations on the religious practices, traditions, and customs of the Eastern Orthodox and Coptic Churches. In addition to his travels to the monasteries, Curzon also includes historical and cultural background information on the region, making the book a valuable resource for those interested in the history and culture of the Levant. Visits to Monasteries in the Levant is a fascinating account of a bygone era and offers a unique perspective on the monastic traditions of the Eastern Orthodox and Coptic Churches.The Author's Account Of His Travels To Monasteries Of The Mediterranean And Mid-East Area, Including Egypt, Jerusalem, Athos As Well As Details Of Native People, Their Beliefs.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: 9780548138151
- ISBN-10: 054813815X
- Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
- Publish Date: July 2007
- Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.88 inches
- Shipping Weight: 1.47 pounds
- Page Count: 340
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