James Justinian Morier 
A Journey through Persia, Armenia, and Asia Minor, to Constantinople, in the Years 1808 and 1809 [EPUB ebook] 

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In ‘A Journey through Persia, Armenia, and Asia Minor, to Constantinople, in the Years 1808 and 1809’ by James Justinian Morier, readers are taken on an enlightening literary adventure through the exotic lands of the East. Written in a captivating style reminiscent of travel logs popular in the 19th century, Morier provides vivid descriptions of the landscapes, cultures, and people he encounters on his journey. This book offers valuable insights into the historical and social contexts of the regions explored, making it a valuable resource for scholars of travel literature and cultural studies. Morier’s keen eye for detail and his engaging narrative style make this book a compelling read for anyone interested in the history and culture of the Middle East during this period.

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James Justinian Morier (1780–1849) was an esteemed British diplomat and author, best known for his insightful travel writing and for creating enduring contributions to the English literature on the Near East. Born in the Ottoman Empire’s city of Smyrna (now Izmir, Turkey) to an English Levant Company merchant, Morier’s cosmopolitan upbringing paved the way for a life of cross-cultural exploration. His most notable work, ‘A Journey through Persia, Armenia, and Asia Minor, to Constantinople, in the Years 1808 and 1809’, provides readers with vivid descriptions of the landscapes, customs, and politics of the early 19th-century Middle East, offering a window into a world that was largely unknown to his contemporaries. Morier’s literary style combines meticulous observation with a flair for storytelling, effectively bridging the gap between travel literature and narrative adventure. In addition to his travelogues, Morier is also celebrated for his later fictional works, most notably ‘The Adventures of Hajji Baba of Ispahan’, which satirized Persian society and European perceptions of the Orient. His works remain a valuable resource for historians and literary scholars, offering both an engaging narrative experience and a historical account of his era’s cultural and diplomatic encounters between the East and West.

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Limba Engleză ● Format EPUB ● Pagini 431 ● ISBN 8596547326830 ● Mărime fișier 1.8 MB ● Editura DigiCat ● Oraș Prague ● Țară CZ ● Publicat 2022 ● Descărcabil 24 luni ● Valută EUR ● ID 8633464 ● Protecție împotriva copiilor DRM social

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