Constantinople
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Product Information
| ISBN | 9781847492661 |
|---|---|
| Authors | Edmondo de Amicis |
| Publisher | Alma Books Ltd |
| Format | Paperback |
| Number of pages | 320 |
| Weight (kg) | 0.260 |
| Publishing Date | 20/06/2013 |
| Price (excl. tax) | €13.92 |
| Tax | €0.83 |
| Price (incl. tax) | €14.75 |
| Availability | 2 units in external warehouse |
Product Description
A remarkable nineteenth-century account of Istanbul – which begins with a dazzling description of the city gradually appearing through the fog as the author’s ship approaches the harbour – Constantinople expertly combines personal anecdote, breathtaking visual observation and entertaining historical information. An invaluable record of the metropolis 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 tourist’s 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.