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100 1 _aWyon, Reginald,
_d1872-1921
245 1 4 _aThe Land of the Black Mountain: The Adventures of Two Englishmen in Montenegro
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2006
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2006-01-27
508 _aProduced by the University of Michigan Digital Library, Nikola Smolenski, Sankar Viswanathan, and Online Distributed Proofreading Team at Distributed Proofreaders Europe at http://dp.rastko.net
520 _a"The Land of the Black Mountain: The Adventures of Two Englishmen in Montenegro" by Reginald Wyon and Gerald Prance is a travel narrative written in the early 20th century. This account captures the experiences of the authors as they explore the rugged beauty and complex culture of Montenegro, detailing its landscapes, people, and customs. The narrative likely appeals to readers interested in adventures, cultural insights, and the historical context of the Balkans. At the start of the book, readers are introduced to Montenegro's geography and the character of its inhabitants, characterized by their simplicity, hospitality, and martial spirit. The authors recount a lady tourist's dismissive remark about the country, setting the stage for a deeper exploration into its landscapes, traditions, and the Montenegrin way of life. They paint a vivid picture of their initial impressions—from the stark beauty of Montenegro's mountains to the honorable and prideful nature of the Montenegrins themselves, emphasizing their love for freedom and disdain for theft. As Wyon and Prance delve into the distinct features of Montenegro, including its strong ties to historical legacies and the profound influence of its reigning Prince Nicolas, the opening chapters effectively lay the groundwork for the enchanting adventures that follow in this captivating land. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aMontenegro -- Description and travel
700 1 _aPrance, Gerald
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/17613
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