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Edward Lear's journey through Albania and Macedonia in 1848 reveals the stark contrasts of the region, highlighting both its beauty and hardships. His detailed journals, prompted by a cholera outbreak, provide a rare glimpse into a place largely unexplored by foreigners. Through his unique observations, Lear captures the landscape, culture, and political climate, offering an intimate portrait of Albania. Lavishly illustrated with his own paintings, this work showcases the profound impact of the environment and its people on the artist's perspective.
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Edward Lear in Albania, Edward Lear
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- Released
- 2008
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- Title
- Edward Lear in Albania
- Subtitle
- Journals of a Landscape Painter in the Balkans
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Edward Lear
- Publisher
- Bloomsbury Academic
- Released
- 2008
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 248
- ISBN13
- 9781845116026
- Category
- Maps and Travel
- Description
- Edward Lear's journey through Albania and Macedonia in 1848 reveals the stark contrasts of the region, highlighting both its beauty and hardships. His detailed journals, prompted by a cholera outbreak, provide a rare glimpse into a place largely unexplored by foreigners. Through his unique observations, Lear captures the landscape, culture, and political climate, offering an intimate portrait of Albania. Lavishly illustrated with his own paintings, this work showcases the profound impact of the environment and its people on the artist's perspective.