Athens: The Hidden Gems

by Helen Partovi-Fraser

A travel memoir that takes you straight to the heart of Athens. In this new book, the author returns to the post-Olympics capital and unveils the fabled city as it really is. Taking the reader behind the scenes, she muses on Athens' turbulent history and legends of the past. We explore: - The ancient city - Byzantine Athens and its glittering gems - Local traditions and the old Turkish quarter - Street markets and live Zorba's dance - The modern boulevards...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1326057332
• ISBN13: 9781326057336
• Release Date: November 2014
• Publisher: Lulu.com
• Length: 140 Pages
• Weight: 0.39 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 5.8" x 8.3"