Dive into the heart of early 20th-century Athens with George Horton's "Modern Athens." This vivid account transports readers to a city undergoing rapid transformation, capturing the essence of Greek culture, society, and daily life amidst modernization. Horton's keen observations offer a unique glimpse into the architectural marvels, bustling marketplaces, and the evolving social fabric of Athens. More than just a travelogue, "Modern Athens" provides historical insights into the challenges and triumphs of a nation forging ...
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Dive into the heart of early 20th-century Athens with George Horton's "Modern Athens." This vivid account transports readers to a city undergoing rapid transformation, capturing the essence of Greek culture, society, and daily life amidst modernization. Horton's keen observations offer a unique glimpse into the architectural marvels, bustling marketplaces, and the evolving social fabric of Athens. More than just a travelogue, "Modern Athens" provides historical insights into the challenges and triumphs of a nation forging its identity in a changing world. Perfect for history enthusiasts, armchair travelers, and anyone fascinated by the allure of Greece, this book is a timeless exploration of a city where ancient history meets modern aspirations. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
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Very Good. No Jacket. X-lib., pencil marks erased throughout text (most marks were at side of text). The author was an American diplomat stationed in Greece, and this is his nostalgic description of life in Athens at the end of the 19thC. Illustrated with delightful vignettes of people in their daily life. 91p.
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Fine. Trade paperback (US). Glued binding. 106 p. In Stock. 100% Money Back Guarantee. Brand New, Perfect Condition, allow 4-14 business days for standard shipping. To Alaska, Hawaii, U.S. protectorate, P.O. box, and APO/FPO addresses allow 4-28 business days for Standard shipping. No expedited shipping. All orders placed with expedited shipping will be cancelled. Over 3, 000, 000 happy customers.
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New. Trade paperback (US). Glued binding. 106 p. In Stock. 100% Money Back Guarantee. Brand New, Perfect Condition, allow 4-14 business days for standard shipping. To Alaska, Hawaii, U.S. protectorate, P.O. box, and APO/FPO addresses allow 4-28 business days for Standard shipping. No expedited shipping. All orders placed with expedited shipping will be cancelled. Over 3, 000, 000 happy customers.
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1901, Scribner's
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Publisher:
Scribner's
Published:
1901
Language:
English
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Old pencilled gift inscription; light use to cloth; tight and sound. 91 pp. Illustrated by Corwin Knapp Linson. 8vo,
