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Through the Casentino with Hints for the Traveller

By Lina Eckenstein
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A travel narrative of the Casentino valley that blends close observation of landscape and agriculture with local history and devotional lore. The author guides readers through towns, mountain retreats, and castles—notably accounts of La Verna and its associations with St Francis, Camaldoli, Bibbiena and Poppi—describing topography, vine cultivation, ruined shrines, and monastic life. Chapter-length sketches pair practical hints for visitors with illustrated scenes that interweave topographical detail, legend and cultural observation.

About the Author

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Lina Eckenstein

Lina Eckenstein was a notable scholar and author whose work spanned various subjects, including history, nursery rhymes, and monastic life. She is particularly recognized for her book "A History of Sinai," which explores the historical significance of the Sinai Peninsula. Eckenstein also contributed to the understanding of children's literature through her "Comparative Studies in Nursery Rhymes," where she analyzed the cultural impact of these traditional verses. Her interest in religious life is evident in "Woman under Monasticism," which examines the roles of women in monastic settings from the early Middle Ages to the Renaissance. Through her diverse writings, Eckenstein has made significant contributions to both historical and literary studies.

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