La vita intima e la vita nomade in Oriente by Cristina Belgioioso
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"La vita intima e la vita nomade in Oriente" by Cristina Belgioioso is a travel narrative written in the mid-19th century. The work explores the author's experiences and observations during her time in the East, particularly focusing on the intricate lives of women within the Muslim culture, a perspective not often captured by male travelers of the era. The opening of the book introduces the author, Cristina di Belgiojoso, recounting her journey
through the Levant and Asia Minor, beginning in January 1852. She vividly describes her surroundings, detailing her encounters with various cultures and societal structures, especially the world of harems and the roles of women within that context. The narrative contrasts her previous impressions of these places with the realities she witnesses, providing insights into the complexities of life in these regions, from the economic struggles of their past to the dynamic social interactions taking place. Through her perspective, she aims to highlight the often-overlooked domestic lives of women in the Muslim world, challenging stereotypes and inviting readers to engage with the intimate and vibrant tapestry of Eastern society. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Belgioioso, Cristina, 1808-1871 |
|---|---|
| Title | La vita intima e la vita nomade in Oriente |
| Credits |
Produced by Barbara Magni and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images made available by the HathiTrust Digital Library) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 36.0 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Language | Italian |
| LoC Class | DS: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia |
| Subject | Middle East -- Description and travel |
| Subject | Syria -- Description and travel |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 56509 |
| Release Date | Feb 6, 2018 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 511 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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