The Shores of the Adriatic by F. Hamilton Jackson
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| Author | Jackson, F. Hamilton (Frederick Hamilton), 1848-1923 |
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| LoC No. | 09035521 |
| Title |
The Shores of the Adriatic
The Austrian Side, The Küstenlande, Istria, and Dalmatia |
| Note | Reading ease score: 66.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by Thanks to, Marilynda Fraser-Cunliffe, and the
Online Distributed Proofreaders Europe Europe at http: //dp.rastko.net. ( This book was produced from scanned images of public domain material from the Digital & Multimedia Center, Michigan State University Libraries.) |
| Summary | "The Shores of the Adriatic" by F. Hamilton Jackson is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work is a comprehensive exploration of the Adriatic coastline, focusing particularly on the Austrian side, including regions like Küstenlande, Istria, and Dalmatia. The book provides extensive details about the natural features, historical significance, and cultural customs of these areas, likely appealing to readers interested in geography, history, and ethnography. At the start of the volume, the author introduces the unique characteristics of the two shores of the Adriatic, noting their stark differences in topography and natural features. The introductory chapter provides a scientific overview of the geology and ecology of the region, including details about island formations, sea depth, and vegetation. Jackson also mentions the continuous process of land subsidence, archaeological findings, and the rich biodiversity of the area. The opening portion sets the stage for a detailed unraveling of the cultural narratives that ensue, promising insights into the interplay between the land and the varied historical influences shaping the identity of the Adriatic's communities. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | N: Fine Arts |
| Subject | Art -- Istria (Croatia and Slovenia) |
| Subject | Architecture -- Istria (Croatia and Slovenia) |
| Subject | Art -- Croatia -- Dalmatia |
| Subject | Architecture -- Croatia -- Dalmatia |
| Subject | Istria (Croatia and Slovenia) -- Description and travel |
| Subject | Dalmatia (Croatia) -- Description and travel |
| Subject | Adriatic Sea |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 30548 |
| Release Date | Nov 26, 2009 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 196 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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