Travels in Assyria, Media and Persia - James Buckingham

""Travels in Assyria, Media and Persia"" is a travelogue written by James Silk Buckingham, chronicling his journey through the ancient regions of Assyria, Media, and Persia in the early 19th century. The book is divided into three parts, each detailing Buckingham's experiences and observations in the different regions. In the first part, Buckingham travels through Assyria, exploring the ruins of ancient cities such as Nineveh and Babylon. He describes the architecture, art, and culture of the ancient Assyrians, and provides insights into the daily life of the people who once inhabited these cities. In the second part, Buckingham ventures into Media, a region that was largely unknown to the Western world at the time. He describes the landscape, the people, and their customs, as well as the political situation in the region. In the final part of the book, Buckingham travels through Persia, visiting cities such as Tehran and Isfahan. He provides a detailed account of the Persian court, describing the opulence and extravagance of the rulers, as well as the poverty and hardship of the common people. Throughout the book, Buckingham provides a wealth of information about the history, geography, and culture of the regions he visits. He also reflects on his own experiences and observations, providing a personal perspective on the places he visits. ""Travels in Assyria, Media and Persia"" is a fascinating account of a journey through some of the most ancient and mysterious regions of the world.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: 9781432651350