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Midnight Marches Through Persia (1879)

Midnight Marches Through Persia (1879)

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ISBN10: 116560440X
ISBN13: 9781165604401
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 286
Weight: 0.85
Height: 0.60 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Midnight Marches Through Persia is a historical travelogue written by Henry Ballantine in 1879. The book describes the author's journey through Persia, which was then a part of the Ottoman Empire. The author, who was a British soldier, embarked on this journey to explore the country and its people.The book begins with the author's arrival in Persia and his first impressions of the country. He then proceeds to describe the various cities and towns he visited, including Tehran, Isfahan, and Shiraz. Ballantine provides a detailed account of the customs, traditions, and daily life of the Persians, as well as their history and culture.The author also describes his encounters with various Persians, including merchants, soldiers, and religious leaders. He provides insights into their beliefs, values, and attitudes towards foreigners. Additionally, the book contains vivid descriptions of the landscapes, architecture, and natural beauty of Persia.Midnight Marches Through Persia is a fascinating account of a British soldier's journey through a foreign land. It offers a unique perspective on Persia and its people during a time of great political and social change. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Persian history, culture, and society.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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