Urquhart, David 1805-1877 text text enk London H. Colburn 1839 2nd ed. monographic eng

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2 volumes : illustrations, 1 folded map ; 21 cm

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This two-volume work describes the travels and studies of the Scottish diplomat and author David Urqhart who spent ten years researching the laws, politics, and diplomatic position of the East, with a particular focus on Turkey. This book records his observations, evaluations and conclusions. The book details the social lives, customs and laws of administration of 250 towns and villages that Urqhart visited. Urqhart describes in detail his adventures through a variety of terrains, including watercourses, mountainous regions, and wastelands. Other chapters make military comparisons between Britain and Turkey, and observations about the cultural differences of Turks to Europeans, in particular British citizens. The book gives an overview of the Turkeys international relations, and concludes with a chapter concerning Urqharts impressions and reflections on ascending Mount Olympus. No Known Copyright a-tu--- Turkey Description and travel Turkey Social life and customs Greece Description and travel Greece Social life and customs DR427 .U77 1839 18400935 ORZ 880825 20120226072339.0 ocm18400935 Converted from MARCXML to MODS version 3.5 using MARC21slim2MODS3-5.xsl (Revision 1.111 2016/3/24)