{"product_id":"eothen-a-w-kingslake-9789373402260","title":"Eothen","description":"Eothen or traces of travel brought home from the east recounts the journey of a traveler moving from Europe into the heart of the Ottoman Empire. The narrative begins with the author's departure from Semlin, positioned on Europe's edge, and his passage towards the contrasting world of the East, marked by historic cities and cultural tensions. Amidst fears of plague and the division between differing peoples, the story captures vivid impressions of the Ottoman way of life, from traditional clothing to social demeanor. More than a mere travelogue, the book explores the dynamic encounter between East and West, highlighting the cultural disparities and exchanges that define this borderland. Through personal interactions and detailed observations, the author reflects on the complex histories and social dynamics of the region, setting the tone for a broader meditation on transformation and identity within a richly historic landscape. The work combines wit, insightful commentary, and a sense of adventure, offering readers not just a physical journey, but a profound cultural and personal exploration.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e A. W. Kingslake\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 9373402269\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9789373402260\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Double 9 Books\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 10\/01\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 194\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.51lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.45d","brand":"A. W. Kingslake","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48437598454015,"sku":"9789373402260","price":17.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_d5e7a11b-0d58-42d7-8ef2-4a663c6e65ef.jpg?v=1777162823","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/eothen-a-w-kingslake-9789373402260","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}