Constantinople old and new by H. G. Dwight

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Author Dwight, H. G. (Harrison Griswold), 1875-1959
LoC No. 15019224
Title Constantinople old and new
Original Publication United States: C. Scribners sons, 1915.
Note Reading ease score: 68.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Contents Stamboul -- Mosque yards -- Old Constantinople -- The Golden Horn -- The magnificent community -- The city of gold -- The gardens of Bosphorus -- The moon of Ramazan -- Mohammedan holidays -- Two processions -- Greek feasts -- Fountains -- A Turkish village -- Revolution, 1908 -- The capture of Constantinople, 1909 -- Wartime, 1912-1913.
Credits Tim Lindell, Turgut Dincer and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
Summary "Constantinople Old and New" by H. G. Dwight is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The work captures the essence of Constantinople as it transitions through time, exploring both its enduring traditions and the inevitable changes brought by modernization. The book delves into various aspects of life in Constantinople, offering insights into its architecture, culture, and the complex relationship between East and West. At the start of the narrative, Dwight establishes a personal connection to the city, drawing comparisons between his experiences in Venice and Constantinople. He vividly describes Stamboul, the old district of the city, highlighting its unique atmosphere, rich history, and the dichotomy of opinions it evokes among its visitors. His reflections touch on the city's architecture, crowded streets, and the vibrant life of its coffeehouses, while simultaneously acknowledging the challenges of nostalgia as the city grapples with modernization and the impact of significant historical events, such as the 1908 revolution. Through this introduction, Dwight sets the stage for a multifaceted exploration of a city steeped in history and cultural significance. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class DR: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Balkan Peninsula, Turkey
Subject Istanbul (Turkey) -- Description and travel
Subject Istanbul (Turkey) -- History
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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