Constantinople
A remarkable nineteenth-century account of Istanbul - which begins with a dazzling description of the city gradually appearing through the fog as the author's ship approaches the harbour - Constantinople expertly combines personal anecdote, breathtaking visual observation and entertaining historical information.An invaluable record of the metropolis as it used to be - a fascinating crossroads between Eastern and Western civilization and one of the most cosmopolitan cities of its time - as well as a vivid example of a European tourist's reaction to it - part delight, part incomprehension - this book will provide an enriching read for lovers of…
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- ISBN: 978-0-7145-4556-1
- EAN: 9780714545561
- Produktnummer: 35589702
- Verlag: Alma Books
- Sprache: Englisch
- Erscheinungsjahr: 2018
- Seitenangabe: 0 S.
- Plattform: EPUB
- Masse: 2'444 KB
Über den Autor
The poet, novelist and travel writer Edmondo de Amicis (1846 - 1908) began his career as a soldier, before switching to journalism. He is now best remembered for his collection of children's stories Cuore.
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