Publisher's Synopsis
Incidents of Travel in Greece, Turkey, Russia, and Poland Volume 1 is a travelogue written by John Lloyd Stephens in 1838. The book is a detailed account of the author's travels through Greece, Turkey, Russia, and Poland, which he undertook between 1834 and 1836. The book begins with Stephens' journey to Greece and his exploration of the ancient ruins of Athens and Corinth. He then travels to Turkey, where he visits Istanbul, the Ottoman Empire's capital, and describes the city's architecture, culture, and people. Next, the author travels to Russia, where he explores St. Petersburg and Moscow, describing the country's history, culture, and political system. Finally, Stephens visits Poland, where he observes the country's struggle for independence from Russia and describes the Polish people's customs and traditions. Throughout the book, Stephens provides detailed descriptions of the places he visits, including their history, architecture, and culture. He also includes anecdotes about his experiences and interactions with the people he meets on his travels. Incidents of Travel in Greece, Turkey, Russia, and Poland Volume 1 is a fascinating historical document that provides an insight into the political and cultural landscape of Europe in the early 19th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in travel writing, history, and culture.In Two Volumes.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.
