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LoC No.: 12007602
Title: About Algeria: Algiers, Tlemçen, Constantine, Biskra, Timgad
Credits:
Produced by KD Weeks, MFR, Mary Glenn Krause and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This
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Summary: "About Algeria: Algiers, Tlemçen, Constantine, Biskra, Timgad" by Thomas-Stanford is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The text represents the author's observations and experiences during a visit to Algeria, detailing its diverse cultural landscape and historical significance. The work delves into the interplay of various civilizations that have shaped Algeria over the centuries, from Roman and Byzantine influences to the Arab conquests and the French colonization. At the start of the book, the author reflects on the impact of modern travel, particularly by motor-car, on experiencing Algeria’s rich historical backdrop. He sets the scene for discussing Algiers, describing its unique blend of old and new, including its vibrant population comprising Arabs, Berbers, Moors, Jews, and others. The author emphasizes the fascinating contrasts present in the city, highlighting its colonial modernization and historical ties to the Mediterranean and various empires. This opening portion serves as a prelude to a deeper exploration of Algeria's cities and cultural dynamics, capturing both the marvels and complexities of the region. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 66.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Author: Thomas-Stanford, Charles, 1858-1932
EBook No.: 60514
Published: Oct 17, 2019
Downloads: 537
Language: English
Subject: Algeria -- Description and travel
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Africa
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 12007602
Title: About Algeria: Algiers, Tlemçen, Constantine, Biskra, Timgad
Credits:
Produced by KD Weeks, MFR, Mary Glenn Krause and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This
file was produced from images generously made available
by The Internet Archive)
Summary: "About Algeria: Algiers, Tlemçen, Constantine, Biskra, Timgad" by Thomas-Stanford is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The text represents the author's observations and experiences during a visit to Algeria, detailing its diverse cultural landscape and historical significance. The work delves into the interplay of various civilizations that have shaped Algeria over the centuries, from Roman and Byzantine influences to the Arab conquests and the French colonization. At the start of the book, the author reflects on the impact of modern travel, particularly by motor-car, on experiencing Algeria’s rich historical backdrop. He sets the scene for discussing Algiers, describing its unique blend of old and new, including its vibrant population comprising Arabs, Berbers, Moors, Jews, and others. The author emphasizes the fascinating contrasts present in the city, highlighting its colonial modernization and historical ties to the Mediterranean and various empires. This opening portion serves as a prelude to a deeper exploration of Algeria's cities and cultural dynamics, capturing both the marvels and complexities of the region. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 66.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Author: Thomas-Stanford, Charles, 1858-1932
EBook No.: 60514
Published: Oct 17, 2019
Downloads: 537
Language: English
Subject: Algeria -- Description and travel
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Africa
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.