Observations Upon The Peloponnesus And Greek Islands, Made In 1829 (1830)

by Rufus Anderson

Book Overview

Observations Upon The Peloponnesus And Greek Islands, Made In 1829 (1830) is a travelogue written by Rufus Anderson. The book is a detailed account of Anderson's journey through the Peloponnesus and the Greek Islands in 1829. Anderson, an American missionary, was sent to Greece to establish a mission and to survey the region. The book provides a fascinating glimpse into the culture, customs, and history of Greece during the early 19th century. Anderson's observations are based on his personal experiences and interactions with the locals. He describes the landscape, architecture, and people in great detail. The book is also notable for its historical significance, as it was written during a time of great political upheaval in Greece. Anderson's observations shed light on the struggles of the Greek people during their fight for independence from the Ottoman Empire. Overall, Observations Upon The Peloponnesus And Greek Islands, Made In 1829 (1830) is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Greek history, culture, and travel.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1437118011
• ISBN13: 9781437118018
• Release Date: October 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 328 Pages
• Weight: 0.97 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"