This travelogue by English archaeologist Robert Pashley combines vivid descriptions of the landscapes, people, and customs of Crete with scholarly insights on its history and archaeology. Drawing on his extensive knowledge of classical antiquity and his experience as an explorer, Pashley offers a unique and immersive portrait of one of the most fascinating and beautiful islands in the Mediterranean. A must-read for armchair travelers and lovers of archaeology and history. 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.