Excerpt from Letters From the Levant: Containing Views of the State of Society, Manners, Opinions, and Commerce, in Greece, and Several of the Principal Islands of the Archipelago
VIII. Zante - The appearance of the island, 40. Custom of the peasants, 41. Population and climate, 41. Natural curiosities, 42. The town of Tents, 43. State of the clergy, 43. State of the schools, 44. Appearance of the people, 44. Pawn bank, 45. The utility of a similar institution in London, 46. Public granary, 46. Value Of'land, 47. Jews, 47. Quoit players, 47. Antient English burying-ground, 47. Wells, 48.
IX. Zante. - Society, 49. Albanian regiment, 53. Doubts as to the correctness of our proceedings towards the Sultan, 54 The provisional government, 55. Political relationship of the island, 56. A tax on snufl' to make and mend roads.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This travelogue details the voyage of a British author as he traverses the Mediterranean, exploring the diverse cultures and landscapes of the region. Beginning in Malta, the author experiences the protection and pageantry of an armed ship and crew, despite his peaceful intentions. He then sails to a port in Albania before disembarking and exploring its ancient fortress, observing the customs and traditions of the friendly locals. Continuing onward, the author encounters a French privateer, which is met by a Maltese ship flying the British flag, resulting in a tense and ultimately peaceful standoff. The author reflects on the complex political dynamics at play and the aspirations of the Greeks for self-determination. The narrative is interspersed with captivating descriptions of the beautiful scenery and natural wonders witnessed along the way, including an island inhabited by monks, a bituminous spring, and a miraculous lyre player. Ultimately, this book provides a fascinating glimpse into the lives, cultures, and political realities of the Mediterranean region as seen through the eyes of a keen and curious traveler, offering valuable insights into the rich tapestry of human experience in the early 19th century. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9780282381028_0
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