Constantinople [Lingua Inglese] - Brossura

De Amicis, Edmondo

Brossura

ISBN 10: 1847491588 ISBN 13: 9781847491589

Casa editrice: Oneworld Classics, 2010

Riassunto

A remarkable 19th-century account of Constantinople that expertly combines personal anecdote, breathtaking visual observation, and entertaining historical information

 

Edmondo de Amicis's brilliant look into an integral facet of world history begins with a dazzling description of the city gradually appearing through the fog as the author's ship approaches it through the harbor. His narrative further goes on to provide an invaluable record of Constantinople as it used to be?a fascinating crossroads between Eastern and Western civilization and one of the most cosmopolitan cities of its time?as well as a vivid example of a European tourists' reaction to it?part delight, part incomprehension. This book will provide an enriching read for lovers of history or those planning to visit Istanbul themselves.

Su questo libro

L'autore:

Edmondo de Amicis (1846?1908) was a poet, a novelist, and a short-story and travel writer. He is best remembered for his children's story Cuore.

Su questa edizione

• Editore: Oneworld Classics
• Data di pubblicazione: 2010
• ISBN 10: 1847491588
• ISBN 13: 9781847491589
• Rilegatura: Copertina flessibile
• Numero di pagine: 277