SHERZER Ch. de, La Province de Smyrne, par M. Charles de Scherzer en collaboracion avec mm. Ch. Humman et J. M. Stockel / Traduits de lAllemand par F. Silas. Vienne: Alfred Holder - Librairie Universitaire de Beck, 1873. In 8vo, p. [6]+258+4 folding diagramms+2 maps (one folding)+2 folding plans. 

Scherzers book examines Smyrna in detail and in depth from a geographical, economic and cultural point of view, during the 19th century, a time of its impressive prosperity. What is strongly visible in Scherzers writings is the dynamic contribution of the Greek element to this flourishing and its imposing presence in this area of ​​Central Asia. The method, the scientific way of writing, the documentation are the great virtues of the author and made his work a model study that was translated, in fact, for her qualifications shortly after its first publication in French.

Original paper cover, visibly worn. Loose binding, Fair condition overall.