Buy this book on-line Hopper, Sidney : Greek EarthMichael Joseph, London, 1939
An interesting account of the author's solo travels in Greece in the1930's - on foot or mule-back wherever necessary.In addition to the historic sites he also describes the life of the local people he encountered. One observation was that they had endured "four wars in ten years, debacle and expatriations" but also that "Pride of religion and language, common customs, mercantile achievements in every part of the globe gave the Greek people a common outlook.The achievements and power of the State rank low in the esteem of an individualist and much-tried race" 287p.+ 16 plates Neat tight copy, slight scuffing of blue cloth covers, else near fine ,. Book. Book Condition: New. Binding: Cloth. Jacket: No Jacket Click here for full details of this book, to ask a question or to buy it on-line. Bibliophile Bookbase probably offers multiple copies of Hopper, Sidney : Greek Earth. Click here to select from a complete list of available copies of this book. HOPPER, Sidney : Greek EarthMichael Joseph, 1939
First Edition. A very good copy in the original blue cloth, ink name fep, top corner rear board bumped. Click here for full details of this book, to ask a question or to buy it on-line. Bibliophile Bookbase probably offers multiple copies of HOPPER, Sidney : Greek Earth. Click here to select from a complete list of available copies of this book. Bibliophile Bookbase lists over 5 million books, maps and prints including livres d'occasion, livres anciens, collectables, antiquarian books and out of print books. Bibliophile Bookbase for antiquarian books, maps and prints. |