History Of The Island Of Corfu: And Of The Republic Of The Ionian Islands (1852) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781165568895)

""History of the Island of Corfu: And of the Republic of the Ionian Islands"" is a comprehensive account of the rich history of the island of Corfu and the Republic of the Ionian Islands. The book was written by Henry Jervis-White Jervis in 1852 and provides a detailed look at the political, social, and cultural developments of this important region.The book begins by exploring the early history of Corfu, including its ancient Greek roots and its subsequent occupation by various foreign powers. Jervis then delves into the history of the Republic of the Ionian Islands, which was established in the early 19th century as a British protectorate.Throughout the book, Jervis provides a wealth of information on the region's political and economic systems, as well as its cultural and religious traditions. He also discusses the impact of various wars and conflicts on the island and its people, including the Napoleonic Wars and the Greek War of Independence.Overall, ""History of the Island of Corfu: And of the Republic of the Ionian Islands"" is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history of this fascinating region. Jervis' meticulous research and engaging writing style make this book an engaging and informative read for scholars, historians, and general readers alike.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.

Author: Henry Jervis-White Jervis
ISBN-10: 1165568896
ISBN-13: 9781165568895
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 342
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.48lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.88d