Clive Phillipps-Wolley

Broschiertes Buch

Savage Svanetia V2 (1883)

Beschreibung

Savage Svanetia V2 is a book written by Clive Phillipps-Wolley and first published in 1883. It is a travelogue that describes the author's journey to the remote region of Svanetia, located in the Caucasus Mountains of Georgia. The book is a sequel to Savage Svanetia V1, which was published a year earlier.In Savage Svanetia V2, Phillipps-Wolley provides a detailed account of his experiences in the region, including his encounters with the local people, their customs, and their way of life. He describes the rugged terrain, the harsh climate, and the challenges of traveling in such a remote and isolated area.The author also delves into the history of Svanetia, exploring its ancient origins and the various cultural influences that have shaped the region over the centuries. He provides insights into the social and political dynamics of the area, including the tensions between the Svans and their Georgian rulers.Throughout the book, Phillipps-Wolley weaves together his observations and experiences with his own reflections on the nature of travel and exploration. He offers a unique perspective on the challenges and rewards of venturing into unknown territory, and on the importance of cultural understanding and respect in such endeavors.Overall, Savage Svanetia V2 is a fascinating and engaging travelogue that provides a vivid portrait of a remote and little-known region of the world. It is a must-read for anyone interested in travel, exploration, or the history and culture of the Caucasus Mountains.In Two Volumes.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.

Autor

Sir Clive Phillipps-Wolley was a British-Canadian government figure, author, and large game hunter. Perhaps his two most famous compositions are The Sea Queen Wakes (1896) and Coronation Hymn, written to commemorate George V's coronation. Edward Clive Oaknall Long Phillipps was born in 1853 as the eldest son of public schoolteacher Richard Augustus Long Phillipps, who was distantly connected to Lord Robert Clive. He was educated at Rossall School. In 1877, as a legally entitled but distantly connected male inheritor, he successfully petitioned to inherit his great-grandfather's Wolley estate, which included approximately 200 acres. He added the Wolley surname to his own and omitted "Edward" from his legal name. At the age of 20, Phillipps was appointed as vice-consul of the British Legation in Kerch, Crimea. He scouted and hunted large wildlife in the Caucasus. He studied law, was called to the bar at Middle Temple, and practiced for less than a year. After inheriting the Wolley estate, Phillips-Wolley resigned from the British consulate service to join the fourth battalion of the South Wales Borderers, where he taught shooting and rose to the rank of captain.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 272
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. Oktober 2008
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 229mm x 152mm x 15mm
• Gewicht: 399g
• ISBN-13: 9781437097887
• ISBN-10: 143709788X
• Artikelnr.: 25512704