On the Track of the Crescent: Erratic Notes from the Piraus to Pesth (1885)

On The Track Of The Crescent: Erratic Notes From The Piraus To Pesth is a travelogue written by E. C. Johnson and first published in 1885. The book chronicles the author's journey through the Balkans and Eastern Europe, from the port of Piraus in Greece to the Hungarian capital of Pesth (now Budapest). Johnson's observations and experiences are presented in a series of short essays, covering topics such as the people and customs of the various regions he passes through, the landscape and architecture, and the history and politics of the places he visits. The book provides a fascinating glimpse into a Europe that was still largely unknown to Western audiences in the late 19th century, and offers insights into the cultural and political tensions that were simmering beneath the surface in the region. Overall, On The Track Of The Crescent is a vivid and engaging account of a journey through a fascinating and often overlooked part of Europe, written with a keen eye for detail and a deep appreciation for the diversity and complexity of the places and people encountered along the way.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.