Crete

by Stuart Rossiter

This completely rewritten edition of Blue Guide Crete focuses on the long history of Crete, from Minoan civilization to the present day. It includes detailed coverage of the unique wildlife of the island, its Byzantine and Ottoman archaeology and Venetian art, and its fresh Mediterranean food and drink.

Paperback

First published March 1, 1974

About the author

Stuart Rossiter (1923-1982) philatelist, postal historian and an editor of the London Philatelist, the journal of the Royal Philatelic Society, and the Blue Guides travel series.

Reviews

[John · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is not a general tourist guide. This book is an excellent source of information if you are interested in the history of Crete and like to visit archaeological sites and learn more about what you are looking at. Highly recommended.