Zig-zags en Bulgarie by Frédéric Kohn-Abrest
"Zig-zags en Bulgarie" by Frédéric Kohn-Abrest is a travel narrative written in the late 19th century. This work captures the experiences of the author, a correspondent, as he documents the tumultuous events of the Balkan War of 1877, offering a unique perspective on a region shaped by war and transformation. The narrative likely delves into the complexities of Bulgarian society during this period, depicting not only the grim realities of warfare butalso the vibrant cultural life amidst the chaos. At the start of the text, Kohn-Abrest recounts his journey from Paris to the warfront in Bulgaria, filled with encounters with various travelers and officials along the way. As he navigates through customs and interacts with characters such as gendarmes and fellow passengers, the author sets a vivid backdrop that highlights the political climate leading to the conflict. He expresses relief at the confirmation of war as a backdrop for his travels and captures the contrasting emotions of anticipation and dread. Through lively descriptions of his surroundings, Kohn-Abrest begins to establish an engaging narrative that will blend humor, insight, and a critical eye on the impact of warfare on this historically rich region. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Kohn-Abrest, Frédéric, 1850-1893 |
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| Author of introduction, etc. | Claretie, Jules, 1840-1913 |
| Title | Zig-zags en Bulgarie |
| Original Publication | Paris: Charpentier, 1879. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 65.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Laurent Vogel and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from images made available by the HathiTrust Digital Library.) |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | DR: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Balkan Peninsula, Turkey |
| Subject | Kohn-Abrest, Frédéric, 1850-1893 |
| Subject | Russo-Turkish War, 1877-1878 -- Campaigns -- Bulgaria -- Personal narratives |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 73928 |
| Release Date | Jun 27, 2024 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 98 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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