Studies of Travel: Greece by Edward A. Freeman
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"Studies of Travel: Greece" by Edward A. Freeman is a collection of travel essays written in the late 19th century. The work reflects Freeman’s journeys through Greece, offering a mix of historical insight and personal observations about its landscapes, ancient ruins, and modern cities. The author seeks to illuminate the rich historical tapestry that characterizes Greece, intertwining the remnants of its classical past with contemporary elements and geography. The opening of the
volume establishes Freeman’s intent and the thematic focus of his travels. He begins by discussing his arrival in Greece from Corfu and the immediate awe inspired by the landscape, linking it to a rich Hellenic heritage. Through vivid descriptions, Freeman touches upon the historical significance of various locations along the Peloponnesian coast, intertwining memories of the past with contemporary observations. He creatively reflects on how legendary figures and events appear within the present geography, suggesting a deep connection between history, mythology, and the modern Greek experience. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Freeman, Edward A. (Edward Augustus), 1823-1892 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 04034797 |
| Title | Studies of Travel: Greece |
| Credits |
Produced by KD Weeks, Greg Bergquist and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 67.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DF: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Greece |
| Subject | Greece -- Description and travel |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 45132 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-45132-9 |
| Release Date | Mar 14, 2014 |
| Last Update | Oct 24, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 544 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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