| Author |
Stanhope, Hester, Lady, 1776-1839 |
| Editor |
Meryon, Charles Lewis, 1783-1877 |
| Title |
Travels of Lady Hester Stanhope, Volume 2 (of 3)
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| Original Publication |
London: Henry Colburn, 1846.
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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 2 (of 3)" by Lady Hester Stanhope is a historical account likely written in the early 19th century. The narrative chronicles the travels and experiences of Lady Hester Stanhope, an Englishwoman known for her adventurous spirit as she navigates various cultures and landscapes in the Middle East. The volume captures her interactions with locals, her reflections on the customs of the regions, and her determination to visit historical sites such as Palmyra. At the start of this volume, Lady Hester is depicted in Damascus, engaging with both the local populace and the various trials she faces as a Western woman in a foreign land. The initial chapters explore her observations on the culture and social dynamics of Damascus during Ramazán, her discussions with influential figures, and her medical practice as she attends to the sick. Her ambitions to journey to Palmyra are met with obstacles, including societal norms and concerns for her safety, but she persistently seeks to forge connections and secure a safe passage for her expedition. This opening sets the stage for her remarkable journey across a complex and historically rich region. (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. |
72315 |
| Release Date |
Dec 4, 2023 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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