The Balkan Peninsula (1887)

The Balkan Peninsula is a historical and geographical book written by Emile de Laveleye in 1887. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the Balkan region, covering the history, geography, economy, culture, and politics of the area. De Laveleye explores the various ethnic groups that inhabit the Balkans, including the Slavs, Greeks, and Albanians, and examines their respective histories and cultural traditions.The book also delves into the political and social dynamics of the Balkans, including the Ottoman Empire's influence on the region and the various nationalist movements that emerged in the late 19th century. De Laveleye provides detailed accounts of the major events that shaped the Balkans, such as the Russo-Turkish War of 1877-1878 and the Balkan Wars of the early 20th century.Throughout the book, De Laveleye's writing style is clear and concise, making the information accessible to readers of all backgrounds. The Balkan Peninsula is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of the Balkans, and remains a classic work of historical and geographical scholarship.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.