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Title: Aus halbvergessenem Lande. Culturbilder aus Dalmatien
Note: Reading ease score: 65.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: E-text prepared by the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http: //www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive (https: //archive.org)
Summary: "Aus halbvergessenem Lande. Culturbilder aus Dalmatien" by Theodor Schiff is a collection of cultural sketches written in the late 19th century. The book explores the rich history and intricate lives of the people in Dalmatia, illustrating the region's unique blend of cultural influences from ancient Greece and Rome to the reign of the Republic of Venice. Through detailed descriptions and firsthand accounts, Schiff attempts to lift the veil on this often-overlooked place in European history. The opening of the book sets the stage for a vivid portrayal of Dalmatia's past and present, starting with a reflection on its historical significance, including the presence of ancient civilizations and the impact of foreign rule. Schiff introduces readers to the character of Signora Zanetta, an elderly woman who reminisces about her life serving the nobility in Spalato, providing a window into the social dynamics and traditions of the region. Her stories serve as a microcosm of Dalmatian culture, revealing the complexities of its history through personal memories intertwined with broader historical narratives. Thus, the beginning establishes a tone of nostalgia and reverence for a land that stands at the crossroads of cultural legacies. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Schiff, Theodor
EBook No.: 50197
Published: Oct 13, 2015
Downloads: 55
Language: German
Subject: Dalmatia (Croatia) -- Description and travel
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Austria, Hungary, Czech Republic, Slovakia
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Aus halbvergessenem Lande. Culturbilder aus Dalmatien
Note: Reading ease score: 65.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: E-text prepared by the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http: //www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive (https: //archive.org)
Summary: "Aus halbvergessenem Lande. Culturbilder aus Dalmatien" by Theodor Schiff is a collection of cultural sketches written in the late 19th century. The book explores the rich history and intricate lives of the people in Dalmatia, illustrating the region's unique blend of cultural influences from ancient Greece and Rome to the reign of the Republic of Venice. Through detailed descriptions and firsthand accounts, Schiff attempts to lift the veil on this often-overlooked place in European history. The opening of the book sets the stage for a vivid portrayal of Dalmatia's past and present, starting with a reflection on its historical significance, including the presence of ancient civilizations and the impact of foreign rule. Schiff introduces readers to the character of Signora Zanetta, an elderly woman who reminisces about her life serving the nobility in Spalato, providing a window into the social dynamics and traditions of the region. Her stories serve as a microcosm of Dalmatian culture, revealing the complexities of its history through personal memories intertwined with broader historical narratives. Thus, the beginning establishes a tone of nostalgia and reverence for a land that stands at the crossroads of cultural legacies. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Schiff, Theodor
EBook No.: 50197
Published: Oct 13, 2015
Downloads: 55
Language: German
Subject: Dalmatia (Croatia) -- Description and travel
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Austria, Hungary, Czech Republic, Slovakia
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.