Alexander’s Path From Caria to Cilicia
Alexander’s Path From Caria to Cilicia by Freya Stark is a detailed account of the author’s third visit to Turkey, published by Arrow in 1991. This edition spans 283 pages and is presented in English. The book traces the historical route taken by Alexander the Great, King of Macedonia, 22 centuries ago, aiming to connect readers with the ancient world while exploring the contemporary landscape of Turkey.
In this narrative, Stark provides insights into both the historical significance of the regions she traverses and the realities of 20th-century Turkey. Readers will discover lesser-known paths through remote mountain passes and ancient ruins, as well as the interactions with local inhabitants who engage with the author’s curiosity. The work encompasses themes of history, archaeology, and social science, offering a multifaceted view of the areas along Alexander’s journey.
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This is Dame Freya Stark’s account of her third visit to Turkey. Her route was the one which had been taken 22 centuries earlier by Alexander the Great, King of Macedonia, and the book aims to provide a bridge into that ancient world. It also offers insights into 20th-century Turkey, along little-used routes through lonely mountain passes, past remote ruins and along the pirate shore, where country people responded gladly to the author’s informed curiosity.
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