Publisher's Synopsis
The Cruise Of The Fleur-De-Lys In The Mediterranean is a travelogue written by Lewis Atterbury Stimson and published in 1904. The book describes Stimson's journey aboard his yacht, the Fleur-De-Lys, as he sails through the Mediterranean Sea. Stimson provides vivid descriptions of the various ports and cities he visits, including Gibraltar, Algiers, Tunis, Naples, and Athens. He also writes about his encounters with local people and their customs, as well as the historical and cultural significance of the places he visits.Throughout the book, Stimson shares his observations on the natural beauty of the Mediterranean, the architecture and art of the region, and the political and social issues of the time. He also includes illustrations and photographs to accompany his writing.Overall, The Cruise Of The Fleur-De-Lys In The Mediterranean is a fascinating account of a voyage through one of the world's most historically and culturally rich regions, written by an experienced traveler and yacht enthusiast.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.
