Journey To The Orient
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: Gérard De Nerval
Binding: Hardback
Published: New York University Press, 1972
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: No markings
Journey to the Orient chronicles Gérard de Nerval's extensive travels through the Middle East, including Egypt, Lebanon, and Turkey, in this seminal 19th-century travelogue. The narrative masterfully blends factual observations with mystical and dreamlike elements, reflecting Nerval's unique poetic sensibility and his profound fascination with ancient myths and esoteric traditions. It presents a vivid, often surreal, account of his encounters with diverse cultures and landscapes. This work intertwines personal reflections with rich historical and mythological narratives, offering a contemplative and poetic exploration of both external journeys and internal landscapes. The book illustrates a rich tapestry of cultural observation and imaginative introspection, solidifying its place as a cornerstone of travel literature.
Author: Gérard De Nerval
Binding: Hardback
Published: New York University Press, 1972
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: No markings
Journey to the Orient chronicles Gérard de Nerval's extensive travels through the Middle East, including Egypt, Lebanon, and Turkey, in this seminal 19th-century travelogue. The narrative masterfully blends factual observations with mystical and dreamlike elements, reflecting Nerval's unique poetic sensibility and his profound fascination with ancient myths and esoteric traditions. It presents a vivid, often surreal, account of his encounters with diverse cultures and landscapes. This work intertwines personal reflections with rich historical and mythological narratives, offering a contemplative and poetic exploration of both external journeys and internal landscapes. The book illustrates a rich tapestry of cultural observation and imaginative introspection, solidifying its place as a cornerstone of travel literature.