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Focusing on the cultural and personal impacts of the Grand Tour in the eighteenth century, this edited collection features contributions from prominent scholars and writers. It explores first-hand accounts, including letters and diaries, revealing how travelers perceived foreign cultures, especially in Greece, Italy, and Turkey. The book addresses themes of 'otherness' and exoticism, highlighting the positive experiences of both men and women. It also examines personal relationships and their influence on artistic and literary works, providing a nuanced perspective on cultural appreciation versus appropriation.

Unveils the complex sex lives of libertine women in eighteenth-century London.

In September 1943, at the height of World War II, the Aegean island of Leros became the site of the most pivotal battle of the Dodecanese campaign as the British tried, in vain, to retain control of the island. Over the course of two short months - from 15 September 1943 to 17 November 1943 - almost 1500 men lost their lives and hundreds more ended up in Prisoner-of-War camps.