Project Gutenberg 2011-02-16 Public domain in the USA. 141 Mahaffy, J. P. (John Pentland) 1839 1919 Mahaffy, John Pentland 04016679 Rambles and Studies in Greece Reading ease score: 59.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. "Rambles and Studies in Greece" by J. P. Mahaffy is a travelogue that blends personal reflection with historical commentary, written in the late 19th century. The work offers an exploration of Greece's landscapes, ancient sites, and modern life, providing insights into both the beauty of the natural environment and the rich cultural heritage of the region. Mahaffy's writing suggests a deep appreciation for the connection between modern Greece and its classical past, highlighting how contemporary society interacts with ancient history. The opening of the book introduces the author's passion for Greece, emphasizing the captivating allure that compels travelers to return. Mahaffy reflects on his first impressions upon approaching the Greek coast, describing the stunning scenery and the historical significance of the areas visible from his ship. He sets the stage for a journey filled with rich observations about the geography, culture, and historical context of Greece, hinting at a deeper analysis of how past and present intermingle in this storied landscape. His vivid descriptions create a sense of longing and admiration for Greece, establishing a strong foundation for the explorations and studies that will unfold in the subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.) http://www.gutenberg.org/files/35298/35298-h/images/cover.png en Art, Greek Greece -- Description and travel DF Text Browsing: Culture/Civilization/Society Browsing: History - European Browsing: Travel & Geography 1174173 1174143 2024-10-15T04:53:15.268217 2023-09-15T10:28:02.113423 text/html text/html 1174828 2020-03-25T17:01:54 text/html; charset=utf-8 2451626 2020-03-25T17:02:24 text/html; charset=utf-8 application/zip 2594601 2024-10-15T04:53:30.663165 application/epub+zip 2614728 2024-10-15T04:53:17.672233 application/epub+zip 4878565 2011-02-16T14:48:07 application/pdf 3210403 2011-02-16T14:48:07 application/pdf application/zip 430232 2024-10-15T04:53:16.304190 application/epub+zip 2940492 2024-10-15T04:53:39.730106 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 2853484 2024-10-15T04:53:29.558254 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 110066 2022-09-16T08:02:25.607695 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 884550 2024-10-15T04:53:12.688221 text/plain; charset=us-ascii 840976 2020-06-16T21:37:24 text/plain; charset=utf-8 326755 2020-06-16T21:37:24 text/plain; charset=utf-8 application/zip 886097 2011-02-16T14:48:08 text/plain; charset=iso-8859-1 329463 2011-02-16T14:48:08 text/plain; charset=iso-8859-1 application/zip 886617 2011-02-16T14:48:08 text/plain; charset=us-ascii 328831 2011-02-16T14:48:08 text/plain; charset=us-ascii application/zip 26827 2024-10-15T04:53:39.903057 application/rdf+xml 913035 2011-02-16T14:48:08 application/prs.tei 16935 2024-10-15T04:53:16.496179 image/jpeg 2525 2024-10-15T04:53:16.401222 image/jpeg 2715296 2011-02-16T14:48:08 application/octet-stream application/zip 2505798 2024-10-15T04:53:15.434201 application/octet-stream application/zip Archives containing the RDF files for *all* our books can be downloaded at https://www.gutenberg.org/wiki/Gutenberg:Feeds#The_Complete_Project_Gutenberg_Catalog en.wikipedia