Publisher's Synopsis
The History of the Greek Revolution V1 is a book written by Thomas Gordon that chronicles the events leading up to and during the Greek War of Independence from the Ottoman Empire. The book covers the period from the late 18th century to the early 19th century and provides a detailed account of the political, social, and cultural factors that contributed to the revolution. It also includes biographical sketches of key figures in the revolution, such as Alexander Ypsilantis and Theodoros Kolokotronis. The book is divided into chapters that cover different aspects of the revolution, such as the role of the Greek diaspora in Europe, the outbreak of the revolution in 1821, and the battles and military campaigns that followed. The author draws on a range of sources, including contemporary accounts and personal observations, to provide a comprehensive and engaging narrative of this pivotal moment in Greek history. The History of the Greek Revolution V1 is an important work for anyone interested in the history of Greece, the Ottoman Empire, or the broader history of Europe in the 19th century.1832. Part One of Two. Gordon, a Scottish philhellene, was actively involved in the Greek struggle for independence the revolution of 1821. He has written a comprehensive history of the Greek War of Independence with insights gained from having lived several years in close intimacy with the people of Hellas. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing. Other volumes in this set are ISBN(s): 1417948981.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.