Visits to Monasteries in the Levant (eBook)

Enriched edition. Exploring Monastic Life in the Sacred Lands of the Levant

Robert Curzon (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2019
1169 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
405-766458071-9 (EAN)

Infos

In "Visits to Monasteries in the Levant," Robert Curzon embarks on a meticulous exploration of religious sites during the 19th century, with a particular focus on the monasteries of the Eastern Mediterranean. Curzon's vivid prose captures both the architectural grandeur and the spiritual essence of these institutions, offering readers a window into the monastic life of the time. His observations are informed not only by Romantic ideals but also by a deep appreciation for the unique cultural tapestry of the Levant, bridging Eastern Christianity and Western perspectives through his thoughtful narrative. Curzon, an English aristocrat and scholar, drew upon his extensive travels and personal interests in antiquities and religious practices when crafting this work. His background as a member of the British Army and his exposure to diverse cultures likely shaped his keen observations and respectful representations of the monks and their traditions. Curzon's dedication to documenting these often-overlooked spaces reflects the broader European fascination with the East during the Victorian era, a time of both colonial curiosity and cultural exchange. Recommended for historians, travelers, and those intrigued by religious studies, Curzon's engaging account serves as both a travelogue and a scholarly reference. "Visits to Monasteries in the Levant" invites readers to traverse the rich spiritual and historical landscapes of the Levant, revealing the timeless allure of these sacred spaces.

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Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 3.12.2019
• Einführung: Autumn Ainsworth
• Mitarbeit: Kommentare: Autumn Ainsworth
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Reisen ► Reiseführer
• Themenwelt: Reisen ► Sport- / Aktivreisen ► Naher Osten
• Themenwelt: Geisteswissenschaften ► Religion / Theologie
• Schlagworte: 19th Century travelogue • Cultural heritage journey • Description and travel • Descriptive travel writing • Eastern Mediterranean culture • Eastern Orthodox monasteries • exploration of faith • historical exploration • historic pilgrimage accounts • History of Asia • immersive historical narrative • Levantine monasteries guide • Levant region • literary travelogue • Middle East • Monasteries • monastic architectural exploration • Monastic life • monastic traditions • Religious History • religious life observations • religious pilgrimage • sacred spaces documentation • Travel writing