Corsica, In Its Picturesque, Social, And Historical Aspects: The Record Of A Tour In The Summer Of 1852 (1855)

Corsica, In Its Picturesque, Social, And Historical Aspects: The Record Of A Tour In The Summer Of 1852 is a travelogue written by Ferdinand Gregorovius and published in 1855. The book is a detailed account of the author's journey to Corsica, an island in the Mediterranean Sea. Throughout the book, Gregorovius describes the island's natural beauty and provides vivid descriptions of its scenery, including its rugged mountains, pristine beaches, and quaint villages. He also delves into the island's social and historical aspects, discussing the local customs, traditions, and way of life of the Corsican people. The book also contains a wealth of historical information, with Gregorovius recounting the island's turbulent past, including its struggles for independence and its various rulers throughout the centuries. He also provides insights into the island's culture, including its music, art, and literature. Overall, Corsica, In Its Picturesque, Social, And Historical Aspects is a comprehensive and engaging account of a fascinating island, written by a knowledgeable and enthusiastic author. It is an excellent resource for anyone interested in travel, history, or culture.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.