Oriental And Sacred Scenes: From Notes Of Travel In Greece, Turkey, And Palestine (1853)

by Fisher Howe and Fisher 1798-1871 Howe

Book Overview

Oriental And Sacred Scenes: From Notes Of Travel In Greece, Turkey, And Palestine is a book written by Fisher Howe and published in 1853. The book is a travelogue that describes the author's journey through Greece, Turkey, and Palestine. The author shares his experiences and observations of the people, culture, and landscapes of these regions. The book is divided into chapters that cover different locations and topics, including Athens, Constantinople, Jerusalem, and the Dead Sea. The author also provides descriptions of historical and religious sites, such as the Acropolis, the Temple of Solomon, and the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. The book is illustrated with engravings that depict the scenery and architecture of the places visited by the author. The author's writing style is descriptive and engaging, making the book an enjoyable read for anyone interested in travel literature, history, or culture.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: 1104889161
• ISBN13: 9781104889166
• Release Date: August 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 424 Pages
• Weight: 1.24 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"