Visits To Monasteries In The Levant - Robert Curzon - Bog

""Visits to Monasteries in the Levant"" is a travelogue written by Robert Curzon, an English diplomat and antiquarian who traveled extensively in the Middle East during the mid-19th century. The book details Curzon's visits to various monasteries in the Levant, including those in Syria, Palestine, and Egypt. Curzon describes the history, architecture, and daily life of these monasteries, as well as his interactions with the monks who lived there. He also provides insights into the religious and cultural practices of the region, including the Orthodox and Coptic Christian traditions. The book is a fascinating glimpse into a bygone era of Middle Eastern history and culture, and offers a unique perspective on the role of monasticism in the region's religious and social fabric.The Author's Account Of His Travels To Monasteries Of The Mediterranean And Mid-East Area, Including Egypt, Jerusalem, Athos As Well As Details Of Native People, Their Beliefs.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.