Gleig G. R.

Broschiertes Buch

Germany, Bohemia, and Hungary VISITED IN 1837 Vol. II

Beschreibung

"Germany, Bohemia, and Hungary, Visited in 1837. Vol. II" is the second one volume of an in depth travelogue authored with the aid of George Robert Gleig, frequently recognized by his initials, G. R. Gleig. A British military officer and prolific creator, Gleig's travel accounts provide readers with an in depth and vivid exploration of Central Europe at some stage in the 19th century. This particular volume, Gleig continues his adventure thru the areas of Germany, Bohemia, and Hungary, recounting his stories, observations, and encounters with the people and cultures he encountered at some stage in his travels in 1837. The narrative unfolds with rich descriptions of the landscapes, cities, and historic sites he visited, imparting readers a precious historic angle of the location during that time. Gleig's keen eye for element and engaging storytelling deliver to existence the locations he explored and the people he met. The e-book delves into a huge range of topics, including history, culture, and society, providing a comprehensive and multifaceted view of Central Europe for the duration of the nineteenth century. Gleig's writing combines the spirit of journey with a thirst for information, making his travelogue now not handiest an informative account but also an interesting and enlightening analyzing enjoy.

Autor

George Robert Gleig was a Scottish soldier, military writer, and priest who died on July 9, 1888. Gleig was born in the Scottish city of Stirling. George Gleig (1753-1840, Bishop of Brechin from October 1808) and Janet, née Hamilton, youngest daughter of Robert Hamilton of Kilbrackmont, were his parents. Gleig began his schooling at Stirling Grammar School. At the battle of Vitoria on 21 June 1813, Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington scored his final great victory in Spain over the French. One month later, George Robert Gleig, a young divinity student, turned down a scholarship to Balliol College to join Wellington's army as an Ensign in the 85th Light Infantry. His father, the Bishop of Brechin at the time, gave him £20, a large sum, albeit he notes that the rate at which he could acquire easily exchangeable gold pieces was terrible - he had to pay 6s for each gold dollar, and £5 for a doubloon. Wellington made his maiden foray into France on October 7. Napoleon abdicated on April 6, 1814, but Wellington didn't find out until April 12. By then, he had fought and won the key battle of the campaign at Toulouse on April 10.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Double9 Books
• Seitenzahl: 170
• Erscheinungstermin: 11. Februar 2024
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 216mm x 140mm x 10mm
• Gewicht: 223g
• ISBN-13: 9789359951690
• ISBN-10: 9359951692
• Artikelnr.: 69750356