Some Rambling Notes of an Idle Excursion by Mark Twain

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Author Twain, Mark, 1835-1910
Title Some Rambling Notes of an Idle Excursion
Note Reading ease score: 78.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits Produced by David Widger
Summary "Some Rambling Notes of an Idle Excursion" by Mark Twain is a travelogue written during the late 19th century, which captures the author's leisurely journey to the Bermuda Islands. As a work of nonfiction, this book elegantly explores themes of travel, leisure, and human nature through Twain's keen observations and humorous anecdotes. The primary focus of the book is to recount Twain's experiences and reflections as he escapes the hustle and bustle of everyday life for a brief excursion. In the book, Twain begins his adventure with a voyage to Bermuda alongside the Reverend, detailing their transition from the fast-paced environment of New York to the serene, picturesque landscapes of the islands. He humorously recounts encounters with quirky passengers, their discussions on various topics, and the charm of the Bermudian people. Twain's narrative is filled with satirical observations about society, including amusing tales about local customs and cultural quirks, such as the reverence for onions in Bermudian life. Throughout the journey, Twain's lively and observant prose captures the beauty of the natural world and the peculiarities of its inhabitants, offering readers both laughter and a sense of wanderlust. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Leisure -- Fiction
Subject Travel -- Fiction
Subject Passenger ships -- Fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 3182
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 8, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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