Holiday Letters From Athens, Cairo, And Weimar (1873) - Matilda Betham-Edwards

Holiday Letters from Athens, Cairo, and Weimar is a travelogue written by Matilda Betham-Edwards in 1873. The book is a collection of letters that the author wrote to her sister while on holiday in these three cities. In the book, Betham-Edwards describes her experiences and observations during her travels. She writes about the art, architecture, and culture of each city, as well as her interactions with the local people. In Athens, Betham-Edwards explores the ancient ruins and marvels at the Parthenon. In Cairo, she visits the pyramids and the bazaars, and learns about the customs and traditions of the Egyptian people. In Weimar, she attends concerts and visits the homes of famous writers and artists, including Goethe and Schiller. Throughout the book, Betham-Edwards provides vivid descriptions of the sights and sounds of each city, as well as her own personal reflections on her experiences. The book offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of travel in the late 19th century, and is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of these three cities.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.

EAN: 9781436875844