Letters To Squire Pedant, In The East (1856) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781166630720)

Letters To Squire Pedant, In The East is a book written by Samuel Klinefelter Hoshour and published in 1856. The book is a collection of letters written by the author to a fictional character named Squire Pedant, who is described as a learned man with a passion for knowledge and exploration. The letters document Hoshour's travels and experiences in the Middle East, including his observations of the people, customs, and landscapes of the region. The book is divided into chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of Hoshour's journey. The author describes his encounters with various groups of people, including Bedouins, Arabs, and Jews, and provides insights into their cultures and traditions. He also reflects on his own experiences as a traveler in a foreign land, grappling with the challenges of language barriers, cultural differences, and the unfamiliar terrain. Throughout the book, Hoshour maintains a lively and engaging writing style, blending personal anecdotes with historical and cultural insights. The letters are written in a conversational tone, making the book accessible to a wide range of readers. Overall, Letters To Squire Pedant, In The East is a fascinating and informative account of one man's journey through the Middle East in the mid-19th century. It offers a unique perspective on the region's history, culture, and people, and provides valuable insights into the challenges and rewards of travel in a foreign land.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: Samuel Klinefelter Hoshour
ISBN-10: 1166630722
ISBN-13: 9781166630720
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 124
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.78lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.44d