Iceland: Its Volcanoes, Geysers, and Glaciers by Charles Stuart Forbes (English)

Description: Iceland by Charles Stuart Forbes During the nineteenth century, Icelands spectacular landscapes and rich culture became an object of increasing interest in England. In this 1860 publication, Charles Forbes (1829–76), an officer in the Royal Navy, gives a detailed account of his own experiences of the island and its way of life. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description The nineteenth century saw an influx of British travellers to Iceland, drawn by growing interest in its saga literature or by the potential for scientific discovery offered by its volcanic and glacial landscapes. Charles Stuart Forbes (1829–76), an officer in the Royal Navy, was one of these adventurers. In this work, first published in 1860, he gives a vivid and detailed account of his journeys across the island, conveying his wonder at its natural phenomena and sharing his observations on its history, culture and way of life. A fervent supporter of Garibaldi, Forbes went on to publish in 1861 The Campaign of Garibaldi in the Two Sicilies (also reissued in this series). While making little reference here to the growing movement for independence from Denmark, the present work, written with colour and wit, remains an engaging source of information on Iceland. Table of Contents 1. Prefatory; 2. The Leviathan; 3. Physical glance at Iceland; 4. Thea, the maidservant; 5. To Thingvalla and back; 6. To Krisuvir and back; 7. Journey to Borgar Fiord; 8. Calm sabbath morn; 9. Utilegu-menn; 10. Reykholt to Snaefells Yökul; 11. To Snaefells Yökul; 12. Grundar Fiord to Reykholt; 13. Reykholt to geyser; 14. Early Icelandic notices of the geysers; 15. Geyser to Hekla; 16. Volcanic history of Iceland; 17. Of Saemundr the Learned; 18. Storuvellir, Hraungeroi, Reykir, Reykjavik; 19. Leisure for fishing and leave-taking. Promotional An engaging 1860 account of travels through Iceland, and of its landscapes, way of life and culture. Promotional "Headline" An engaging 1860 account of travels through Iceland, and of its landscapes, way of life and culture. Description for Bookstore During the nineteenth century, Icelands spectacular landscapes and rich culture became an object of increasing interest in England. In this 1860 publication, Charles Forbes (1829-76), an officer in the Royal Navy, gives a detailed account of his own experiences of the island and its way of life. Description for Library During the nineteenth century, Icelands spectacular landscapes and rich culture became an object of increasing interest in England. In this 1860 publication, Charles Forbes (1829-76), an officer in the Royal Navy, gives a detailed account of his own experiences of the island and its way of life. Details ISBN1108061206 Author Charles Stuart Forbes Pages 368 Series Cambridge Library Collection - Travel, Europe ISBN-10 1108061206 ISBN-13 9781108061209 Format Paperback Imprint Cambridge University Press Subtitle Its Volcanoes, Geysers, and Glaciers Place of Publication Cambridge Country of Publication United Kingdom Short Title ICELAND Language English Media Book Publisher Cambridge University Press Year 2013 Publication Date 2013-06-27 Illustrations 8 Plates, black and white; 1 Maps; 14 Line drawings, unspecified UK Release Date 2013-06-27 AU Release Date 2013-06-27 NZ Release Date 2013-06-27 Alternative 9781139814409 Audience Professional & Vocational We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:91394297;

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