The Western Interior of Turkey by John Freely | SEV/Redhouse Guides to Asia Minor

Product Details

Author: John Freely
Title: The Western Interior of Turkey
Series: SEV/Redhouse Guides to Asia Minor
Format: Paperback (binding format to be confirmed)
Language: English
Publisher: SEV / Redhouse
Genre: Travel Guide / Archaeology / History / Regional Studies
Focus Region: Western Interior of Anatolia (Asia Minor) – Turkey

Overview

Explore the timeless landscapes, ancient ruins, and culturally rich towns of Western Anatolia in The Western Interior of Turkey by John Freely, part of the acclaimed SEV/Redhouse Guides to Asia Minor series. This detailed travel and historical guide takes the reader on well-mapped excursions through the interior of western Turkey, once known as Asia Minor, unveiling both prominent archaeological sites and lesser-known villages steeped in centuries of history.

Whether you're a traveler, historian, archaeologist, or cultural enthusiast, this guide provides the perfect blend of practical travel information and rich historical context, making it a trusted companion for exploring one of the most fascinating regions in the world.

Product Features

Region-Specific Focus

• Focuses on the Western Interior of Anatolia – including both major historic cities and off-the-beaten-path villages.

Excursion-Based Structure

• Organized as a series of travel itineraries, ideal for planning day trips or extended explorations.

Introductory Language Guide

• Includes a helpful section on Turkish spelling and pronunciation, enhancing the travel experience by assisting readers in interpreting place names and signage.

Scholarly and Accessible

• Combines historical insight with user-friendly presentation, ideal for both academic and casual readers.

Useful Appendices

• Supplemented by appendices on classical architecture, key historical dates, technical terms, and recommended reference works.

Interesting Facts

• John Freely, an American physicist and historian, is known for making Turkish history and geography accessible through beautifully written guides.

• This book is part of a respected series that includes guides to other key regions of Asia Minor.

• Ideal for understanding ancient civilizations that once thrived in what is now modern-day Turkey, including the Phrygians, Lydians, Romans, and Byzantines.

• The book provides historical and cultural narratives, not just lists of monuments—ideal for deeper cultural immersion.

Publisher

Published by SEV/Redhouse
Part of the SEV/Redhouse Guides to Asia Minor series

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