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100 1 _aHenderson, Percy E.
_q(Percy Edward),
_d1852-
245 1 0 _aOp het Balkan-schiereiland :
_bDe Aarde en haar Volken, 1909
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2008
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2008-12-29
508 _aProduced by Jeroen Hellingman and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net/
520 _a"Op het Balkan-schiereiland" by Percy E. Henderson is a travelogue written in the late 19th century. The book explores the lesser-known regions of the western Balkans, including Bosnia, Herzegovina, Dalmatia, and Montenegro, highlighting their natural beauty, rich cultural heritage, and historical significance. The author seeks to provide insights into these captivating locales, enticing readers to discover the vibrant landscapes and unique customs of the people living there. The opening of the text sets the stage for an exploration of the Balkans, noting the surprising lack of tourist visits to these stunning areas despite their accessible location and distinctive charm. Henderson describes the allure of regions like Bosnia—with its picturesque forests and remnants of ancient castles—and Dalmatia, known for its scenic coastlines and artistic inspiration. The author reflects on his own travels, detailing visits to cities such as Fiume, Spalato (Split), and Ragusa (Dubrovnik), with rich descriptions of landscapes, local culture, and historical landmarks, fostering a sense of curiosity about the untapped beauty of these places. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aBalkan Peninsula -- Description and travel
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/27659
999 _c68568
_d68568