A Short Popular History Of Crete (1897)

""A Short Popular History of Crete"" is a historical book written by John Henry Freese in 1897. The book provides a comprehensive account of the island of Crete, which is located in the eastern Mediterranean Sea. It covers the island's history from ancient times up to the late 19th century, with a focus on the island's political, social, and cultural developments.The book begins with an overview of Crete's geography and its early history, including the Minoan civilization and the island's subsequent conquest by various empires. It then delves into the island's more recent history, including its role in the Greek War of Independence and its struggles for autonomy from Ottoman rule.Throughout the book, Freese provides detailed descriptions of the island's landmarks, customs, and traditions, as well as its significant figures and events. He also includes numerous illustrations and maps to help readers visualize the island's past.Overall, ""A Short Popular History of Crete"" is an informative and engaging book that offers a fascinating glimpse into the rich history of one of the Mediterranean's most captivating islands.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.