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History Of The Island Of Corfu: And Of The Republic Of The Ionian Islands (1852)

History Of The Island Of Corfu: And Of The Republic Of The Ionian Islands (1852)

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ISBN10: 1104284286
ISBN13: 9781104284282
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Apr 2 2009
Pages: 344
Weight: 1.49
Height: 0.94 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
History Of The Island Of Corfu: And Of The Republic Of The Ionian Islands is a book written by Henry Jervis-White and published in 1852. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history of the island of Corfu and the Republic of the Ionian Islands. It covers the period from ancient times to the present day, including the island's role in Greek mythology, its conquest by the Romans, and its subsequent occupation by various foreign powers.The book also delves into the political and social history of the Ionian Islands, which were under the control of the Venetian Republic for over 400 years. It examines the impact of Venetian rule on the islands, as well as the subsequent occupation by the French and the British.Throughout the book, Jervis-White provides detailed information on the cultural, economic, and religious aspects of life on Corfu and the Ionian Islands. He also explores the islands' strategic importance in the Mediterranean and their role in various historical events, such as the Napoleonic Wars and the Greek War of Independence.Overall, History Of The Island Of Corfu: And Of The Republic Of The Ionian Islands is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Greece and the Mediterranean region.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.

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