Bøger af Cecil Torr

Cecil Torrs 19th-century studies of Rhodes, in the Greek Dodecanese, off the coast of Asia Minor, were the first and most authoritative English guides to the islands multi-layered history: nothing approaching them had been attempted before.

Rhodes in Ancient Times is a historical book written by Cecil Torr. The book is focused on the island of Rhodes, which was an important center of commerce and culture in ancient times. The author provides a comprehensive account of the island's history, from its earliest inhabitants to its role in the Hellenistic period. The book covers a range of topics, including the island's political and economic systems, its religious practices, and its art and architecture. The author also explores the island's relationship with other ancient civilizations, such as Egypt and Persia. The book is well-researched and provides a valuable resource for anyone interested in ancient history or the history of Rhodes specifically. It is written in an engaging and accessible style, making it suitable for both scholars and general readers. Overall, Rhodes in Ancient Times is an informative and engaging book that provides a fascinating glimpse into the history of one of the most important islands in the ancient world.1885. With Six Plates. Torr attempts to shed light on the Island of Rhodes, based on all available material. Contents: Topography; Public Affairs; At Sea; On Shore; The Gods; Art; Learning; and Legends.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.

This 1894 book presents a detailed study of ships from the Mediterranean area during the period 1000 BC to 1000 AD. Evidence is drawn from written sources, including inscriptions and literature, and material sources, such as the ruins of the docks at Athens and small surviving pieces of the ships themselves.

First published as part of the Cambridge Miscellany series in 1932, this book presents a selection of Cecil Torr's reminiscences of life in and around Wreyland, Devon. The volume contains illustrative figures, including photographs and a map of the local area.