Recollections Abroad, During The Years 1790

Recollections Abroad, During The Years 1790: Sicily And Malta (1817) is a travelogue written by Richard Colt Hoare. The book is a first-hand account of the author's travels to Sicily and Malta in the year 1790. Hoare describes his experiences in both countries, including the people he met, the places he visited, and the customs and traditions he observed. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of Hoare's journey. He begins by describing his journey from England to Sicily, including the various ports he stopped at along the way. He then goes on to describe his experiences in Sicily, including his visits to the cities of Palermo and Catania, as well as the various archaeological sites he explored. Hoare also provides detailed descriptions of the people he met in Sicily, including the local nobility, the peasants, and the clergy. He describes their customs and traditions, as well as their attitudes towards foreigners. The second half of the book focuses on Hoare's travels to Malta. He describes the island's history, its architecture, and its people. He also provides a detailed account of his visit to the famous Hypogeum of Hal Saflieni, a prehistoric underground temple complex. Throughout the book, Hoare provides vivid descriptions of the landscapes, buildings, and people he encountered on his travels. His writing is engaging and informative, providing readers with a fascinating glimpse into life in Sicily and Malta in the late 18th century.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.