Publisher's Synopsis
Roughing It In Crete In 1867 (1868) is a book written by John Edwin Hilary Skinner, which provides a detailed account of his travels and adventures in Crete, Greece, in the year 1867. The book is a first-hand narrative of Skinner's experiences as he explored the island, its people, culture, and history.Skinner's journey began in Athens, where he set sail for Crete on a small vessel. He arrived in the capital city of Candia (now Heraklion) and spent several weeks exploring the city and its surroundings, including the ancient ruins of Knossos. Skinner then embarked on a series of adventures, including hunting, fishing, and exploring the island's rugged terrain.Throughout the book, Skinner provides vivid descriptions of the landscape, people, and customs of Crete. He also recounts his encounters with locals, including shepherds, fishermen, and farmers, and shares his thoughts on the island's political situation at the time.Roughing It In Crete In 1867 (1868) is a fascinating account of a traveler's experience in Greece during the 19th century. It offers a unique perspective on the island's culture and history and provides insight into the challenges and joys of travel during this time period.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.
