Greece by J. A. M'Clymont
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"Greece" by J. A. M'Clymont is a travelogue or descriptive account written in the early 20th century. The book delves into various locations and historical contexts of Greece, exploring its ancient mythology, historical landmarks, and the interplay between its rich past and modern life. It aims to evoke an intellectual atmosphere for the reader while highlighting Greece’s influential history and enduring cultural legacy. The opening of the text serves as an introduction
to the themes and objectives of the work. It emphasizes the profound impact of Greek mythology and history on the country's allure and its importance in shaping Western civilization. The author acknowledges the complexity of interpreting ancient myths while noting their continuing significance in Greek culture. In the first chapter, M'Clymont begins with a detailed presentation of the Ionian Islands, particularly Corfu, touching on its geographic significance, historical lore, and literary connections, particularly with Homeric epics, establishing a foundation for the explorations that follow throughout the book. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | M'Clymont, J. A. (James Alexander), 1848-1927 |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Fulleylove, John, 1847-1908 |
| Title |
Greece Painted by John Fulleylove; described by J.A. McClymont |
| Credits |
Produced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images available at The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 58.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DF: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Greece |
| Subject | Greece -- Description and travel |
| Subject | Athens (Greece) |
| Subject | Greece -- Antiquities |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 47496 |
| Release Date | Nov 29, 2014 |
| Last Update | Oct 24, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 413 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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