9781390604276 - Viaje al Interior de Persia, Vol. 2 (Classic Reprint) de Rivadeneyra, Adolfo (1 resultados)

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This intriguing book chronicles the author's travels through Persia (modern-day Iran) in the late 19th century. A meticulous observer, the author not only describes the customs and beliefs of the Persian people but also delves into the country's ancient history and its significance in the broader context of world history. The book explores the author's fascination with the contrasts between the ancient and the modern and their coexistence in Iran. He describes the opulent palaces and intricate architecture of cities like Tehran, Isfahan, and Shiraz while also venturing into the vast and desolate deserts in search of ancient ruins and remote villages. In his detailed accounts of interactions with local people, the author provides valuable ethnographic insights into various aspects of Persian culture. A must-read for anyone interested in travel writing, Persian history, or cross-cultural encounters, this book offers a vivid and immersive glimpse into a fascinating land at a pivotal moment in its history. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.