The Land of the Thunderbolt Mountains

The Nineteenth-century Origins of Albanian National Identity. Dora d'Istria was an Albanian-Romanian aristocrat whose unusual and stimulating ideas offer a fascinating perspective on 19th-century European life. This book demonstrates her dedication to many good causes, including women's rights and Albanian nationalism. It showcases D'Istria's writings about Albania. Dora d'Istria was a distinguished Albanian-Romanian aristocrat whose unusual and stimulating ideas offer a fascinating perspective on 19th-century European life. She was born into the ruling family of Romania, married a Russian duke and moved in the uppermost circles of society, counting Longfellow as her correspondent among many other eminent literary figures. Her wealth and connections enabled her to pursue her interest in European cultural history and she was passionate about the history of her native-land, Albania. She was fluent in several languages and this book vividly demonstrates her dedication to many good causes, including women's rights and Albanian nationalism. Published in English for the first time, "The Land of the Thunderbolt Mountains" showcases D'Istria's writings about Albania. Through the medium of songs and folklore, d'Istria analyses an overlooked but important aspect of Eastern European history - the theme of nationality and the role of women in its development - and examines in detail the role of Albanian women in different regions of the country, from an original female perspective.Beautifully written, "The Land of the Thunderbolt Mountains" is a treat for everyone interested in the history of the Balkans and Albania.

Translator: Morelle Smith

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