Travels In Turkey, Asia Minor, Syria And Across The Desert Into Egypt: During The Years 1799-1801 (1803) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781120946904)

Travels In Turkey, Asia Minor, Syria And Across The Desert Into Egypt: During The Years 1799-1801 is a travelogue written by William Wittman and published in 1803. The book is a detailed account of Wittman's journey through Turkey, Asia Minor, Syria, and Egypt during his travels between 1799 and 1801. Wittman's narrative takes the reader on a fascinating journey through the Middle East, describing the people, customs, and landscapes of the region. He provides detailed descriptions of the cities he visited, including Istanbul, Aleppo, Damascus, and Cairo, and discusses the historical and cultural significance of each location. The book also includes vivid descriptions of the natural environment, including the deserts, mountains, and rivers of the region. Wittman's observations on the flora and fauna of the area provide a unique insight into the natural world of the Middle East during the early 19th century.Throughout the book, Wittman reflects on the political and social climate of the region, commenting on the impact of the Napoleonic Wars on the area and the tensions between different religious and ethnic groups. Travels In Turkey, Asia Minor, Syria And Across The Desert Into Egypt: During The Years 1799-1801 is a valuable historical document that provides a fascinating insight into the Middle East during the early 19th century. Wittman's vivid descriptions and insightful observations make this book an engaging and informative read for anyone interested in the history and culture of the region.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: William Wittman
ISBN-10: 1120946905
ISBN-13: 9781120946904
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 01/29/2010
Pages: 684
Format: Paperback
Weight: 3.33lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.25w x 1.37d