From the Lakes of Killarney to the Golden Horn by Henry M. Field
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| Author | Field, Henry M. (Henry Martyn), 1822-1907 |
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| Title | From the Lakes of Killarney to the Golden Horn |
| Note | Reading ease score: 71.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "From the Lakes of Killarney to the Golden Horn" by Henry M. Field is a travel narrative written in the late 19th century. The work documents the author’s journey across Europe, beginning in Ireland and concluding near the Bosphorus in Turkey, accompanied by his niece. As the narrative unfolds, readers can expect rich descriptions of the landscapes he encounters, his reflections on the places he visits, and insights into the cultural and social atmospheres of the countries he explores. At the start of the book, the narrator recounts the melancholy experience of leaving his home, setting the tone for a journey driven by loss and search for healing. He describes arriving at Queenstown, Ireland, after an eight-day ocean voyage, highlighting the beauty and stillness of the harbor as contrasted with the emotional weight he carries. The opening section provides vivid reflections on the sea, suggesting both its majesty and its overwhelming, daunting nature, which mirrors his inner turmoil. The intimate presence of his niece brings a sense of hope and rejuvenation, indicating that their shared experiences will be a focal point in this exploration through varied European landscapes and cultures. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | D: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere |
| LoC Class | G: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation |
| Subject | Europe -- Description and travel |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 38869 |
| Release Date | Feb 13, 2012 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 8, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 105 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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