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Title:
Seeing Europe with Famous Authors, Volume 8
Italy, Sicily, and Greece, Part Two
Note: Reading ease score: 61.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary: "Seeing Europe with Famous Authors, Volume 8" by Francis W. Halsey is a collection of travel writings and essays focusing on Italy, Sicily, and Greece, likely compiled in the early 20th century. This volume includes reflections and descriptions of various cities and landscapes from respected authors, capturing the distinct cultures, histories, and art of these regions. Each essay invites readers to explore the rich tapestry of European civilization through the eyes of famous writers, aiming to provide insights into both the past and present of these iconic locations. The opening portion of the text introduces several notable essays, including vivid portrayals of Genoa by Charles Dickens, the architectural grandeur of Milan's Cathedral by Hippolyte Adolphe Taine, and a discussion of Pisa's historical landmarks. Dickens describes the narrow, lively streets of Genoa, emphasizing the contrasting beauty and squalor that characterize the city. Taine’s essay on the Milan Cathedral marvels at its intricate Gothic architecture, portraying it as a monumental jewel. These diverse perspectives set the tone for a literary journey through celebrated cities, intertwining personal observation with historical context, showcasing the allure and complexity of Europe during this period. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Editor: Halsey, Francis W. (Francis Whiting), 1851-1919
EBook No.: 19061
Published: Aug 16, 2006
Downloads: 72
Language: English
Subject: Italy -- Description and travel
Subject: Greece -- Description and travel
Subject: Sicily (Italy) -- Description and travel
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Greece
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Italy, Vatican City, Malta
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title:
Seeing Europe with Famous Authors, Volume 8
Italy, Sicily, and Greece, Part Two
Note: Reading ease score: 61.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits:
Produced by Janet Blenkinship and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http:
//www.pgdp.net
Summary: "Seeing Europe with Famous Authors, Volume 8" by Francis W. Halsey is a collection of travel writings and essays focusing on Italy, Sicily, and Greece, likely compiled in the early 20th century. This volume includes reflections and descriptions of various cities and landscapes from respected authors, capturing the distinct cultures, histories, and art of these regions. Each essay invites readers to explore the rich tapestry of European civilization through the eyes of famous writers, aiming to provide insights into both the past and present of these iconic locations. The opening portion of the text introduces several notable essays, including vivid portrayals of Genoa by Charles Dickens, the architectural grandeur of Milan's Cathedral by Hippolyte Adolphe Taine, and a discussion of Pisa's historical landmarks. Dickens describes the narrow, lively streets of Genoa, emphasizing the contrasting beauty and squalor that characterize the city. Taine’s essay on the Milan Cathedral marvels at its intricate Gothic architecture, portraying it as a monumental jewel. These diverse perspectives set the tone for a literary journey through celebrated cities, intertwining personal observation with historical context, showcasing the allure and complexity of Europe during this period. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Editor: Halsey, Francis W. (Francis Whiting), 1851-1919
EBook No.: 19061
Published: Aug 16, 2006
Downloads: 72
Language: English
Subject: Italy -- Description and travel
Subject: Greece -- Description and travel
Subject: Sicily (Italy) -- Description and travel
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Greece
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Italy, Vatican City, Malta
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.