Robert Barr

Broschiertes Buch

The Unchanging East V1

Or Travels And Troubles In The Orient, Including Tunis, Egypt, Syria, And The Holy Land (1899)

Beschreibung

The Unchanging East V1 is a travelogue written by Robert Barr in 1899. The book details the author's travels through various countries in the Orient, including Tunis, Egypt, Syria, and the Holy Land. Barr describes his experiences in these places, including the people he met, the cultures he encountered, and the landscapes he saw. The book also includes accounts of the author's troubles during his travels, such as illness and theft. Throughout the book, Barr reflects on the similarities and differences between the East and the West, and the ways in which the East has remained unchanged over time. The Unchanging East V1 is a fascinating glimpse into the Orient during the late 19th century, and a valuable resource for those interested in the history and culture of this region.In Two Volumes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Autor

Robert Barr (1850-1912) was a Scottish-Canadian journalist and author. He was born in Glasgow, Scotland and immigrated to Canada in his twenties, where he worked as a journalist for various newspapers. Barr was known for his humorous writing style and often wrote satirical stories and parodies. Barr is best known for his short stories, particularly those featuring the character Eugène Valmont, a French detective who solves crimes in a witty and charming manner. "The Triumphs of Eugène Valmont" is perhaps his most famous work. In addition to his fiction writing, Barr was also a prolific journalist and wrote articles for publications such as The Idler, The Speaker, and The Pall Mall Gazette. He was known for his coverage of the Boer War in South Africa and his advocacy for the rights of Canadian authors. Barr died in 1912 at the age of 62, leaving behind a legacy of witty and entertaining writing.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 264
• Erscheinungstermin: 26. November 2008
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 229mm x 152mm x 15mm
• Gewicht: 388g
• ISBN-13: 9781437302028
• ISBN-10: 1437302025
• Artikelnr.: 25885531