| Author |
Stanhope, Hester, Lady, 1776-1839 |
| Editor |
Meryon, Charles Lewis, 1783-1877 |
| Title |
Travels of Lady Hester Stanhope, Volume 1 (of 3)
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| Original Publication |
London: Henry Colburn, 1846.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 61.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Emmanuel Ackerman, Karin Spence and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
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| Summary |
"Travels of Lady Hester Stanhope, Volume 1 (of 3)" by Lady Hester Stanhope is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. This volume chronicles the adventures and experiences of Lady Hester, a remarkable and unconventional woman who traveled extensively in the East during the early 19th century, navigating cultural complexities and often challenging circumstances. The narrative promises an intriguing exploration of her life, offering insights into her interactions with Arab tribes and her endeavors in various regions. The opening of this volume introduces us to Lady Hester and her physician, who narrates her journey from England to the Mediterranean and onward toward the East. It details their perilous sea voyage, highlighting her determination to seek health improvements after family tragedies. The narrative describes vivid encounters with significant locations such as Gibraltar and Malta, embracing themes of adventure, resilience, and the cultural richness of the regions they visit. As Lady Hester prepares for her eastern tour, the reader is drawn into a fascinating world of historical travel that sets the stage for her later exploits in the Ottoman Empire and beyond. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
DS: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia
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| Subject |
Middle East -- Description and travel
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| Subject |
British -- Middle East -- History -- 19th century
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| Subject |
Women travelers -- Middle East -- Biography
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| Subject |
Stanhope, Hester, Lady, 1776-1839 -- Travel -- Middle East
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
72270 |
| Release Date |
Nov 30, 2023 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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