Publisher's Synopsis
""Summer Cruise In The Mediterranean On Board An American Frigate"" is a travelogue written by Nathaniel Parker Willis. The book is a detailed account of the author's journey on an American frigate during the summer of 1833. The frigate sailed through the Mediterranean Sea, stopping at various ports and cities along the way, including Gibraltar, Malta, Naples, and Athens. Willis's writing style is descriptive and engaging, and he provides vivid descriptions of the landscapes, people, and cultures he encounters on his journey. He also includes historical and cultural background information about the places he visits, making the book both informative and entertaining. The book also includes illustrations and engravings of the places and people the author encounters on his journey. Overall, ""Summer Cruise In The Mediterranean On Board An American Frigate"" is a fascinating travelogue that provides a glimpse into the Mediterranean world of the early 19th century.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.
