HAMMAMING IN THE SHAM: A Journey Through the Turkish Baths of Damascus, Aleppo and Beyond
Boggs travels the length and breadth of modern Syria, documenting the traditions of bathing in Damascus, Aleppo and elsewhere, and his encounters with Syrians as they bathe. In his portrayal of life in the hammams he reveals how these ancient institutions cater for both body and soul, and through his conversations with the bathers within, he provides insights into the grass roots of contemporary Syrian society. Color photos.
Format: Paperbound
Pages: 180
Publisher: Garnet
Publishing status: Current
Size: 11x8¼ inches
ISBN: 9781859642849
Item #: 4984919

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