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Greek Shepherds Currant Country and the Canal of Corinth
The Myth of the “Beautiful Greek Shepherd”
Writers of old romances often used the phrase “as beautiful as a Greek shepherd.” Yet, anyone traveling through...
The Traditional Greek Costume and Rural Life
The “Well-Greaved Greek”
The traditional Greek costume, often called the dress of the “well-greaved Greek,” is considered one of the most picturesque national outfits in...
Olive Oil Irrigation and Traditional Greek Life
The Wealth of Olive Oil
Olive oil is one of Greece’s greatest sources of wealth. The silver-green leaves of olive trees are among the most...
Population Growth and Religious Diversity
During the centuries of Turkish rule, the population of Bosnia was never officially counted. However, after Austria took control in 1878, a proper census...
The Transformation of Bosnia
From Chaos to Prosperity
Today, anyone visiting Bosnia would have a hard time believing the terrible conditions that existed there only a few decades ago....
Bosnia a Remarkable Example of Administration
The situation in the Philippine Islands, which has been a challenge for the United States, should make us particularly interested in Bosnia. The Austrians...
Protestant Efforts to Support Education in Bulgaria
Raising Funds for Samakov Schools
The Protestants in Bulgaria are working hard to raise money to support the schools in Samakov. They believe that these...
The Impact of Missionary Work in Bulgaria
Translation of the Bible and the Spread of Literature
The Bible was translated into Bulgarian in 1872 by Dr. Riggs and Dr. Long. Since then,...
American Missionary Work in Bulgaria
The American Board of Foreign Missions
The American Board of Foreign Missions has been active in Bulgaria since 1858, when the first mission station was...
A Young Man’s Journey from Islam to Protestantism
The son of a high-ranking pasha, who served as an officer in the Turkish army, became close friends with an American family living in...
