This edition had all images removed.
Title:
Le Tour du Monde; À travers la Perse Orientale
Journal des voyages et des voyageurs; 2e Sem. 1905
Note: Reading ease score: 74.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits:
Produced by Carlo Traverso, Christine P. Travers and the
Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http:
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(This file was produced from images generously made
available by the Bibliothèque nationale de France
(BnF/Gallica) at http:
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Summary: "Le Tour du Monde; À travers la Perse Orientale" by Various is a collection of travel articles written in the early 20th century. This particular volume focuses on the explorations in Eastern Persia, capturing the rich tapestry of culture, geography, and the historical significance of the region. The work combines the perspectives of various writers, providing a vivid portrayal of their journeys and experiences. The opening of the book introduces the reader to the allure of Persia as experienced by Major Percy Molesworth Sykes, a British consul general tasked with exploring the region. Sykes begins recounting his travels from Astrabad, detailing the contrasting landscapes, from the muddy shores of Bandar-Gaz to the picturesque yet melancholic streets of the ancient city. He vividly describes the diverse settings, such as lush jungles near the Caspian Sea and the expansive deserts, highlighting both the natural beauty and the sociopolitical significance of the areas he traverses. Throughout, Sykes reflects on the local customs, the history behind various locations, and the challenges faced during his travels, setting the tone for an engaging historical exploration of Eastern Persia. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Various
Editor: Charton, Édouard, 1807-1890
EBook No.: 29950
Published: Sep 10, 2009
Downloads: 94
Language: French
Subject: Geography -- Pictorial works -- Periodicals
Subject: Voyages and travels -- Periodicals
Subject: Travelers -- Periodicals
LoCC: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title:
Le Tour du Monde; À travers la Perse Orientale
Journal des voyages et des voyageurs; 2e Sem. 1905
Note: Reading ease score: 74.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits:
Produced by Carlo Traverso, Christine P. Travers and the
Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http:
//www.pgdp.net
(This file was produced from images generously made
available by the Bibliothèque nationale de France
(BnF/Gallica) at http:
//gallica.bnf.fr)
Summary: "Le Tour du Monde; À travers la Perse Orientale" by Various is a collection of travel articles written in the early 20th century. This particular volume focuses on the explorations in Eastern Persia, capturing the rich tapestry of culture, geography, and the historical significance of the region. The work combines the perspectives of various writers, providing a vivid portrayal of their journeys and experiences. The opening of the book introduces the reader to the allure of Persia as experienced by Major Percy Molesworth Sykes, a British consul general tasked with exploring the region. Sykes begins recounting his travels from Astrabad, detailing the contrasting landscapes, from the muddy shores of Bandar-Gaz to the picturesque yet melancholic streets of the ancient city. He vividly describes the diverse settings, such as lush jungles near the Caspian Sea and the expansive deserts, highlighting both the natural beauty and the sociopolitical significance of the areas he traverses. Throughout, Sykes reflects on the local customs, the history behind various locations, and the challenges faced during his travels, setting the tone for an engaging historical exploration of Eastern Persia. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Various
Editor: Charton, Édouard, 1807-1890
EBook No.: 29950
Published: Sep 10, 2009
Downloads: 94
Language: French
Subject: Geography -- Pictorial works -- Periodicals
Subject: Voyages and travels -- Periodicals
Subject: Travelers -- Periodicals
LoCC: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.