Travels of Lady Hester Stanhope, Volume 2 (of 3) by Lady Hester Stanhope

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Author Stanhope, Hester, Lady, 1776-1839
Editor Meryon, Charles Lewis, 1783-1877
Title Travels of Lady Hester Stanhope, Volume 2 (of 3)
Original Publication London: Henry Colburn, 1846.
Note Reading ease score: 61.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits Emmanuel Ackerman, Karin Spence and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Summary "Travels of Lady Hester Stanhope, Volume 2 (of 3)" by Lady Hester Stanhope is a historical account likely written in the early 19th century. The narrative chronicles the travels and experiences of Lady Hester Stanhope, an Englishwoman known for her adventurous spirit as she navigates various cultures and landscapes in the Middle East. The volume captures her interactions with locals, her reflections on the customs of the regions, and her determination to visit historical sites such as Palmyra. At the start of this volume, Lady Hester is depicted in Damascus, engaging with both the local populace and the various trials she faces as a Western woman in a foreign land. The initial chapters explore her observations on the culture and social dynamics of Damascus during Ramazán, her discussions with influential figures, and her medical practice as she attends to the sick. Her ambitions to journey to Palmyra are met with obstacles, including societal norms and concerns for her safety, but she persistently seeks to forge connections and secure a safe passage for her expedition. This opening sets the stage for her remarkable journey across a complex and historically rich region. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class DS: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia
Subject Middle East -- Description and travel
Subject British -- Middle East -- History -- 19th century
Subject Women travelers -- Middle East -- Biography
Subject Stanhope, Hester, Lady, 1776-1839 -- Travel -- Middle East
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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