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LoC No.: 01005747
Title: The Kingdom of Georgia: Notes of travel in a land of women, wine, and song
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Produced by Jeroen Hellingman, Jude Eylander and the Online
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Summary: "The Kingdom of Georgia: Notes of Travel in a Land of Women, Wine, and Song" by Oliver Wardrop is a historical travelogue written in the late 19th century. This work chronicles Wardrop's observations and experiences during his travels through Georgia, a region rich in culture, literature, and scenic beauty. The narrative explores the social landscape of Georgia, including its distinct peoples, traditions, and the allure of its natural settings, while highlighting lesser-known aspects of the country's history and politics. The opening of the travelogue sets the stage for Wardrop's exploration by providing an overview of his journey, beginning with his arrival at Batum. He describes the town's mixed surroundings, noting both its charm and its shortcomings, while also detailing his interactions and experiences upon arrival. From the bustling streets filled with diverse peoples to the beautiful landscapes contrasted with squalor, Wardrop paints a vivid picture of Georgian life. His observations extend to societal norms, local governance, and the geographical significance of places he visits, such as Tiflis and Mtzkhet, which serve as key highlights in understanding not only the country’s spiritual heritage but also its complex historical narratives. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 64.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Author: Wardrop, John Oliver, 1864-1948
EBook No.: 48403
Published: Mar 4, 2015
Downloads: 837
Language: English
Subject: Georgia (Republic) -- Description and travel
Subject: Georgia (Republic) -- Bibliography
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Russia, Former Soviet Republics, Poland
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 01005747
Title: The Kingdom of Georgia: Notes of travel in a land of women, wine, and song
Credits:
Produced by Jeroen Hellingman, Jude Eylander and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net/ for
Project Gutenberg (This file was produced from images
generously made available by The Internet Archive/American
Libraries.)
Summary: "The Kingdom of Georgia: Notes of Travel in a Land of Women, Wine, and Song" by Oliver Wardrop is a historical travelogue written in the late 19th century. This work chronicles Wardrop's observations and experiences during his travels through Georgia, a region rich in culture, literature, and scenic beauty. The narrative explores the social landscape of Georgia, including its distinct peoples, traditions, and the allure of its natural settings, while highlighting lesser-known aspects of the country's history and politics. The opening of the travelogue sets the stage for Wardrop's exploration by providing an overview of his journey, beginning with his arrival at Batum. He describes the town's mixed surroundings, noting both its charm and its shortcomings, while also detailing his interactions and experiences upon arrival. From the bustling streets filled with diverse peoples to the beautiful landscapes contrasted with squalor, Wardrop paints a vivid picture of Georgian life. His observations extend to societal norms, local governance, and the geographical significance of places he visits, such as Tiflis and Mtzkhet, which serve as key highlights in understanding not only the country’s spiritual heritage but also its complex historical narratives. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 64.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Author: Wardrop, John Oliver, 1864-1948
EBook No.: 48403
Published: Mar 4, 2015
Downloads: 837
Language: English
Subject: Georgia (Republic) -- Description and travel
Subject: Georgia (Republic) -- Bibliography
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Russia, Former Soviet Republics, Poland
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.