Highlands Of Asiatic Turkey - Paperback

The book ""Highlands of Asiatic Turkey"" by Percy, Earl is a detailed account of the author's travels through the mountainous regions of Turkey in the early 20th century. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a different region or aspect of life in the highlands. The author begins by describing his journey from Constantinople to the Black Sea coast, where he encounters the Laz people and their unique culture. He then travels through the Pontic Mountains and visits several remote villages, where he observes the traditional way of life and customs of the local people.The book also covers the author's travels through the Taurus Mountains, where he encounters the nomadic Yoruks and their way of life. He describes their tents, clothing, and customs, as well as their relationship with the land and their animals.Throughout the book, the author provides detailed descriptions of the landscape, flora, and fauna of the highlands, as well as the history and culture of the various ethnic groups he encounters. He also includes numerous photographs and illustrations to bring the region to life for the reader.Overall, ""Highlands of Asiatic Turkey"" is a fascinating and informative account of a little-known region of the world, written by an experienced traveler and observer. It will appeal to anyone interested in the history, culture, and geography of Turkey and the surrounding region.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.