Istanbul: A Travellers' Companion
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
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Few cities in the world have inspired as much wonder, intrigue, and literary fascination as Istanbul — the ancient crossroads where East meets West, and where empire after empire has left its indelible mark. Istanbul: A Travellers' Companion, selected and introduced by Laurence Kelly, is a richly curated anthology that gathers the most vivid and compelling accounts of the city ever committed to paper, drawing on the words of diplomats, poets, adventurers, and historians who witnessed its grandeur across the centuries. From the splendour of the Byzantine Empire to the opulence of the Ottoman sultans, this collection presents Istanbul through the eyes of those who lived it, feared it, and loved it — voices ranging from medieval pilgrims to 19th-century Romantics painting the city in prose of extraordinary colour. Kelly's discerning editorial hand brings cohesion and narrative sweep to what might otherwise be a kaleidoscope of impressions, guiding the reader through the city's legendary landmarks — the Hagia Sophia, the Bosphorus, the Topkapi Palace — with the authority of a seasoned scholar and the passion of a true devotee. Part of Constable's celebrated Travellers' Companion series, this volume stands as both a literary treasure and an invaluable historical document, illustrating how Istanbul has captivated the Western imagination for millennia. Whether read as armchair travel or as preparation for a journey, it leaves one question burning: what would *you* see, were you to walk those ancient, storied streets?
Author: Laurence Kelly
Format: Paperback
Genre: Travel & exploration
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
Few cities in the world have inspired as much wonder, intrigue, and literary fascination as Istanbul — the ancient crossroads where East meets West, and where empire after empire has left its indelible mark. Istanbul: A Travellers' Companion, selected and introduced by Laurence Kelly, is a richly curated anthology that gathers the most vivid and compelling accounts of the city ever committed to paper, drawing on the words of diplomats, poets, adventurers, and historians who witnessed its grandeur across the centuries. From the splendour of the Byzantine Empire to the opulence of the Ottoman sultans, this collection presents Istanbul through the eyes of those who lived it, feared it, and loved it — voices ranging from medieval pilgrims to 19th-century Romantics painting the city in prose of extraordinary colour. Kelly's discerning editorial hand brings cohesion and narrative sweep to what might otherwise be a kaleidoscope of impressions, guiding the reader through the city's legendary landmarks — the Hagia Sophia, the Bosphorus, the Topkapi Palace — with the authority of a seasoned scholar and the passion of a true devotee. Part of Constable's celebrated Travellers' Companion series, this volume stands as both a literary treasure and an invaluable historical document, illustrating how Istanbul has captivated the Western imagination for millennia. Whether read as armchair travel or as preparation for a journey, it leaves one question burning: what would *you* see, were you to walk those ancient, storied streets?