Bøger af Harry Charles Lukach

""The City of Dancing Dervishes: And Other Sketches and Studies from the Near East"" is a book written by Harry Charles Lukach and published in 1914. The book is a collection of sketches and studies that offer readers a glimpse into the culture, customs, and people of the Near East. The title of the book is derived from the author's experience in the Turkish city of Konya, where he witnessed the whirling dervishes in a religious ceremony. The book covers a range of topics, including the history and politics of the Ottoman Empire, the customs and traditions of the people, and the author's personal experiences traveling through the region. The author also provides insights into the religious practices of the region, including Islam and Sufism. The book is written in a descriptive and engaging style, with vivid descriptions of the landscapes, people, and cultures of the Near East. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of the region, as well as those interested in travel writing and ethnography.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.

This book, from the series Primary Sources: Historical Books of the World (Asia and Far East Collection), represents an important historical artifact on Asian history and culture. Its contents come from the legions of academic literature and research on the subject produced over the last several hundred years. Covered within is a discussion drawn from many areas of study and research on the subject. From analyses of the varied geography that encompasses the Asian continent to significant time periods spanning centuries, the book was made in an effort to preserve the work of previous generations.

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. 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 the original work.