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Title: Letters of a Traveller; Or, Notes of Things Seen in Europe and America
Note: Reading ease score: 61.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: Distributed Proofreaders
Summary: "Letters of a Traveller; Or, Notes of Things Seen in Europe and America" by William Cullen Bryant is a collection of travel essays written in the mid-19th century. The work captures the author's thoughts and observations from various journeys in Europe and America, presenting a personal and reflective narrative rather than a structured account of tourism. The likely topic revolves around the cultural, historical, and natural landscapes encountered, as well as the author's impressions of the people and customs. At the start of the book, the author introduces his experiences as an American traveler in Europe, beginning with his first impressions of France. He vividly describes the antiquity and charm of French architecture, customs, and landscapes, noting the contrast between the old world and his American upbringing. The opening letters capture the essence of his journey through France, highlighting significant historical landmarks and the vibrancy of Parisian life. He presents detailed observations on regional differences, historical significance, and cultural nuances, laying the groundwork for a travelogue rich in personal reflections and nuanced interpretations of the places and people encountered along the way. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Bryant, William Cullen, 1794-1878
EBook No.: 11013
Published: Feb 1, 2004
Downloads: 111
Language: English
Subject: United States -- Description and travel
Subject: Europe -- Description and travel
Subject: Cuba -- Description and travel
LoCC: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Letters of a Traveller; Or, Notes of Things Seen in Europe and America
Note: Reading ease score: 61.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: Distributed Proofreaders
Summary: "Letters of a Traveller; Or, Notes of Things Seen in Europe and America" by William Cullen Bryant is a collection of travel essays written in the mid-19th century. The work captures the author's thoughts and observations from various journeys in Europe and America, presenting a personal and reflective narrative rather than a structured account of tourism. The likely topic revolves around the cultural, historical, and natural landscapes encountered, as well as the author's impressions of the people and customs. At the start of the book, the author introduces his experiences as an American traveler in Europe, beginning with his first impressions of France. He vividly describes the antiquity and charm of French architecture, customs, and landscapes, noting the contrast between the old world and his American upbringing. The opening letters capture the essence of his journey through France, highlighting significant historical landmarks and the vibrancy of Parisian life. He presents detailed observations on regional differences, historical significance, and cultural nuances, laying the groundwork for a travelogue rich in personal reflections and nuanced interpretations of the places and people encountered along the way. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Bryant, William Cullen, 1794-1878
EBook No.: 11013
Published: Feb 1, 2004
Downloads: 111
Language: English
Subject: United States -- Description and travel
Subject: Europe -- Description and travel
Subject: Cuba -- Description and travel
LoCC: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.