Published in 1838, "Constantinople and the Scenery of the Seven Churches of Asia Minor" is a firsthand account of travels in the Ottoman Empire. Written by R. (Robert) Walsh, a British diplomat, and illustrated with beautiful engravings by Thomas Allom, the book provides a vivid picture of the architecture, landscapes, and people of the region. This volume is a must-read for anyone interested in the history and culture of Turkey and the Middle East. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.