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Seekers in Sicily
Hardcover
Travel GeneralItalyItalian History
ISBN13: 9781023474283
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Mar 29 2025
Pages: 168
Weight: 0.91
Height: 0.44 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Seekers in Sicily: Being a Quest for Persephone by Jane and Peripatetica invites readers on a literary journey through the heart of Sicily. Originally penned by Elizabeth Bisland and Anne Hoyt, this engaging travelogue chronicles their exploration of the Italian island, blending historical insights with vivid descriptions of the landscape and culture.
Follow in the footsteps of Jane and Peripatetica as they delve into Sicily's rich past, weaving together elements of Italian history and mythology, particularly the legend of Persephone. This meticulously prepared print edition offers a glimpse into early travel writing, capturing the authors' personal experiences and observations. Perfect for armchair travelers and those interested in Italian history and literary travel, Seekers in Sicily provides a unique window into the Sicily of a bygone era. Discover the enduring allure of this Mediterranean island through the eyes of two intrepid explorers.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.
This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.
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