The Balkan Trail by Frederick Ferdinand Moore

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Author Moore, Frederick Ferdinand, 1881-1947
Illustrator Holiday, Gilbert, 1879-1937
LoC No. 06041820
Title The Balkan Trail
Note Reading ease score: 66.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary "The Balkan Trail" by Frederick Ferdinand Moore is a travelogue written in the early 20th century. The narrative explores the author's journey through the Balkans, specifically highlighting the political and social conditions of Bulgaria and Turkey during a time of unrest and revolutionary sentiment. The book is rich with character studies and observations, particularly focusing on the author's companions, including an old count and a ragged anarchist, providing a glimpse into the complex dynamics of the region. The opening of the book introduces the author as he prepares to embark on his journey from Sofia to the Bulgarian border. Faced with an uncooperative elite, he ultimately selects an eccentric count as his guide and interpreter. Their journey begins with awkward negotiations for transportation and lively encounters with local officials and peasants. The narrative vividly depicts both the stark landscape and the vibrant personalities the author meets along the way, laying the groundwork for the exploration of the cultural and political tapestry of the Balkans. As the story unfolds, readers are drawn into an evocative portrayal of resistance, revolution, and the quest for identity amidst the challenges of the region. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class DR: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Balkan Peninsula, Turkey
Subject Balkan Peninsula -- Description and travel
Subject Turkey -- Politics and government -- 1878-1909
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EBook-No. 62947
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Most Recently Updated Oct 15, 2024
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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