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LoC No.: 07038531
Title: In the Track of R. L. Stevenson and Elsewhere in Old France
Note: Reading ease score: 56.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits: E-text prepared by Melissa McDaniel and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http: //www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive (http: //archive.org)
Summary: "In the Track of R. L. Stevenson and Elsewhere in Old France" by J. A. Hammerton is a travelogue written in the early 20th century. The book recounts the author's journey through various picturesque parts of France, particularly tracing the steps of the famous writer Robert Louis Stevenson during his own travels. It explores regions such as the Cevennes and delves into the natural beauty and historical sites of the French landscape. The beginning of the text introduces the author's reflections on storytelling and the personal connection many readers have with travel narratives. Hammerton expresses a desire to follow in Stevenson's footsteps, not merely to replicate his journeys but to experience the beauty and the essence of the places he loved. He reminisces about his own experiences in French villages, highlighting the unique character of the locals and the enduring charm of the landscapes. As he begins his trek from Le Puy, he shares vivid descriptions of his surroundings, including the memories of Stevenson’s adventures, setting the stage for a rich exploration of both the physical journey and the emotional resonance tied to the experienced landscape. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Hammerton, J. A. (John Alexander), 1871-1949
EBook No.: 43209
Published: Jul 13, 2013
Downloads: 76
Language: English
Subject: France -- Description and travel
Subject: Stevenson, Robert Louis, 1850-1894 -- Travel -- France
Subject: Cévennes Mountains (France)
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 07038531
Title: In the Track of R. L. Stevenson and Elsewhere in Old France
Note: Reading ease score: 56.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits: E-text prepared by Melissa McDaniel and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http: //www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive (http: //archive.org)
Summary: "In the Track of R. L. Stevenson and Elsewhere in Old France" by J. A. Hammerton is a travelogue written in the early 20th century. The book recounts the author's journey through various picturesque parts of France, particularly tracing the steps of the famous writer Robert Louis Stevenson during his own travels. It explores regions such as the Cevennes and delves into the natural beauty and historical sites of the French landscape. The beginning of the text introduces the author's reflections on storytelling and the personal connection many readers have with travel narratives. Hammerton expresses a desire to follow in Stevenson's footsteps, not merely to replicate his journeys but to experience the beauty and the essence of the places he loved. He reminisces about his own experiences in French villages, highlighting the unique character of the locals and the enduring charm of the landscapes. As he begins his trek from Le Puy, he shares vivid descriptions of his surroundings, including the memories of Stevenson’s adventures, setting the stage for a rich exploration of both the physical journey and the emotional resonance tied to the experienced landscape. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Hammerton, J. A. (John Alexander), 1871-1949
EBook No.: 43209
Published: Jul 13, 2013
Downloads: 76
Language: English
Subject: France -- Description and travel
Subject: Stevenson, Robert Louis, 1850-1894 -- Travel -- France
Subject: Cévennes Mountains (France)
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.