Descent into the Windschacht Mine
In the Windschacht Mine, I also went down as far as the water would allow me at that time. The […]
Introduction Windschacht
These mines, among many others, are very remarkable and important. Some of the most well-known mines are the Windschacht Mine,
A Guarded Journey Through the Frontier Lands
On March 21, Count Souches kindly sent German musketeers to escort us. Their duty was to protect us while we
The Lutheran School and Religious Life
In this town, the Lutherans once had a school or college, but it was destroyed along with many other buildings
Before the Judge A Matter of Travel and Duty
The Cadih (judge), after carefully considering the matter, sat cross-legged upon his carpet. He leaned his elbow on several large
Avoiding Offense While Traveling
I asked my companion where I might relieve myself without giving offense. At first, he answered me in a rough
The Use of Tobacco among the Turks
In all the countries through which I traveled, I observed that the Turks made great use of tobacco. Many of
Conversations with the Chiauses
I took great pleasure in speaking with the Chiauses, especially those who were older men. They were usually well educated
The Turks’ Curiosity About Writing
The Turks were greatly pleased whenever they saw me writing. Each time I entered a house, I would take out
Thoughts on the Size of Ancient Graves
I must confess that it seems very strange to me that the height of man should ever reach such great