Journal of a Visit to Constantinople and Some of the Greek Islands in the…
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"Journal of a Visit to Constantinople, and Some of the Greek Islands" by John Auldjo is a historical account written in the early 19th century. The book chronicles Auldjo's journeys and observations during his travels to Constantinople and several Greek islands, reflecting the cultural and political atmosphere of the time. Through his narratives, Auldjo captures the vibrant landscapes, people, and experiences he encountered, providing readers with insights into the sights and societal
dynamics of the era. At the start of the journal, Auldjo prepares for departure aboard H.M.S. Actæon, detailing the emotional farewells at the port of Naples amid a stormy setting. He describes the crew and their camaraderie, as well as their collective excitement for the journey ahead. The narrative flows as he recounts their experiences at sea, with highlights including their passing under the cliffs of Capri and the majestic sight of Stromboli, while also addressing the challenges of sea sickness and interactions among the crew. Overall, the beginning sets a reflective tone, mingling personal impressions with vivid descriptions of the landscapes and the intricacies of maritime life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Auldjo, John, -1857 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 05007226 |
| Title | Journal of a Visit to Constantinople and Some of the Greek Islands in the Spring and Summer of 1833 |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Frank van Drogen, Turgut Dincer, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team (www.pgdp.net) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 61.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DR: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Balkan Peninsula, Turkey |
| Subject | Greece -- Description and travel |
| Subject | Russians -- Turkey |
| Subject | Turkey -- Social life and customs |
| Subject | Istanbul (Turkey) -- Description and travel |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 27484 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-27484-3 |
| Release Date | Dec 10, 2008 |
| Last Update | Jan 4, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 1520 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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