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Sketch Of The Present State Of The Island Of Sardinia (1828)

Sketch Of The Present State Of The Island Of Sardinia (1828)

William Henry Smyth

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
Materia
Biografía: general
ISBN:
9781120708632
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Sketch of the Present State of the Island of Sardinia is a book written by William Henry Smyth in 1828. The book provides a comprehensive description of the island of Sardinia, its history, geography, economy, and society. Smyth, who was a British naval officer and astronomer, visited Sardinia in 1825 and 1826 and wrote this book based on his observations and research.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of Sardinia. The first chapter provides an overview of the island’s history, from its ancient origins to its modern political situation. The second chapter describes the island’s geography, including its mountains, rivers, and coastline. The third chapter focuses on the island’s agriculture and economy, including its crops, livestock, and industries.The fourth chapter provides a detailed account of the island’s society, including its people, customs, and traditions. Smyth describes the Sardinians as a proud and independent people, with a unique culture and language. The fifth chapter focuses on the island’s cities and towns, including their architecture, art, and history. The final chapter provides a summary of Smyth’s observations and conclusions about Sardinia, including his recommendations for its future development.Overall, Sketch of the Present State of the Island of Sardinia is an important historical document that provides valuable insights into the island’s past and present. It is also a fascinating travelogue that captures the beauty and complexity of Sardinia, and the people who call it home.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.

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