A Journal Written During An Excursion In Asia Minor By Charles Fellows, 1838 (1839)

Fellows, Charles

ISBN 10: 1436660920 / ISBN 13: 9781436660921

Published by Kessinger Publishing, 2008

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: A Journal Written During An Excursion In Asia Minor By Charles Fellows, 1838 (1839)
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Publication Date: 2008
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1436660920
• ISBN 13: 9781436660921
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

""A Journal Written During An Excursion In Asia Minor"" is a travelogue written by Charles Fellows in 1838 and published in 1839. The book chronicles Fellows' journey through Asia Minor, a region that encompasses modern-day Turkey. Fellows was an archaeologist and his journey was primarily focused on exploring the ancient ruins of the region. The book provides a detailed account of Fellows' travels, including descriptions of the landscapes, people, and customs he encountered. He also writes extensively about the archaeological sites he visited, including the ancient cities of Xanthos, Tlos, and Myra. Fellows' observations are accompanied by detailed illustrations and maps, which provide a visual representation of the places he visited.In addition to his archaeological work, Fellows also writes about the political situation in the region, including the ongoing conflict between the Ottoman Empire and the Greek rebels. He also provides insights into the local culture and customs, including his interactions with the local people.Overall, ""A Journal Written During An Excursion In Asia Minor"" is a fascinating account of a journey through a region rich in history and culture. It provides a valuable insight into the life and work of an archaeologist in the 19th century, as well as a glimpse into the political and social landscape of the time.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.