History Of The Island Of Corfu: And Of The Republic Of The Ionian Islands (1852)

""History Of The Island Of Corfu: And Of The Republic Of The Ionian Islands"" is a book written by Henry Jervis-White and published in 1852. The book is a comprehensive account of the history of the island of Corfu and the Republic of the Ionian Islands, which were a group of seven islands in the Ionian Sea that were under British protection from 1815 to 1864. The book covers the ancient history of Corfu, including its role in Greek mythology and its strategic importance in the Mediterranean. It also covers the island's history during the Roman, Byzantine, and Venetian periods, as well as its occupation by the French and British in the 18th and 19th centuries.The book also provides a detailed account of the Republic of the Ionian Islands, including its establishment under British protection, its government, and its economic and cultural development. It covers the political and social changes that occurred during the period of British protection, as well as the eventual transfer of the islands to Greece in 1864.Overall, ""History Of The Island Of Corfu: And Of The Republic Of The Ionian Islands"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Greece, the Mediterranean, or British colonialism. It provides a detailed and engaging account of the island's rich history and its role in shaping the region's cultural and political landscape.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.