Publisher's Synopsis
Colonel Ingham's Visit to Sybari is a novel written by Edward Everett Hale and published in 1869. The story follows the adventures of Colonel Ingham, an American soldier who travels to the fictional land of Sybari, located in the Middle East. Ingham is sent to Sybari on a diplomatic mission to help resolve a conflict between the ruling sultan and the local tribes.During his visit, Ingham encounters a variety of characters, including a beautiful princess, a cunning spy, and a wise old man. He also witnesses the customs and traditions of the Sybari people, which are vastly different from those of his own country.As Ingham delves deeper into the conflict, he discovers a plot to overthrow the sultan and seize power. With the help of his new friends, Ingham must navigate the dangerous political landscape of Sybari to prevent a war and restore peace to the land.Colonel Ingham's Visit to Sybari is a thrilling adventure story that explores themes of diplomacy, cultural differences, and the importance of friendship. Edward Everett Hale's vivid descriptions of the exotic setting and colorful characters make this novel a timeless classic.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.