Publisher's Synopsis
From Mayfair to Marathon is a book written by Eustace Clare Grenville Murray and published in 1853. The book is a travelogue that documents Murray's journey from London's Mayfair district to the ancient city of Marathon in Greece. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which describes Murray's experiences and observations during his travels. In London, he explores the city's fashionable Mayfair district and attends social events hosted by the city's elite. He then travels to Paris, where he visits the Louvre and other cultural landmarks. Murray then travels to Italy, where he visits Florence, Rome, and Naples. He describes the art, architecture, and history of each city, as well as his encounters with locals and fellow travelers. The final portion of the book details Murray's journey to Greece, where he visits the ancient city of Marathon. He describes the history and significance of the Battle of Marathon, which took place in 490 BC, and reflects on the enduring legacy of the event. Throughout the book, Murray provides detailed descriptions of the places he visits, as well as his impressions of the people he meets. He also includes a number of illustrations and maps to help readers visualize his travels. Overall, From Mayfair to Marathon is an engaging and informative travelogue that offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of 19th century European travel.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
