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LoC No.: 03023398
Title: Vacation days in Greece
Note: Reading ease score: 62.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits:
Produced by KD Weeks, Ann Jury and the Online Distributed
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Summary: "Vacation Days in Greece" by Rufus B. Richardson is a travelogue written in the early 20th century. This book chronicles the author's personal experiences and explorations throughout Greece, highlighting regions that are often overlooked by conventional tourists. Richardson shares not just the beauty of the landscape and locales but also their historical relevance, providing readers with a rich tapestry of both personal narrative and cultural insight. The opening of the book details Richardson's initial impressions of Corfu, describing its natural beauty and vibrant local culture. He reflects on his journey through the island, noting the intoxicating scenery of olive groves and vineyards, the colorful traditional costumes of the locals, and the rich historical context that intertwines with the present day. Through evocative descriptions, he conveys a deep sense of appreciation for the land and its layered history, setting the tone for a narrative that promises a blend of travelogues and reflections on Greek history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Richardson, Rufus B. (Rufus Byam), 1845-1914
EBook No.: 45175
Published: Mar 19, 2014
Downloads: 81
Language: English
Subject: Greece -- Description and travel
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Greece
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 03023398
Title: Vacation days in Greece
Note: Reading ease score: 62.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits:
Produced by KD Weeks, Ann Jury and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http:
//www.pgdp.net
(This file was
produced from images generously made available by The
Internet Archive)
Summary: "Vacation Days in Greece" by Rufus B. Richardson is a travelogue written in the early 20th century. This book chronicles the author's personal experiences and explorations throughout Greece, highlighting regions that are often overlooked by conventional tourists. Richardson shares not just the beauty of the landscape and locales but also their historical relevance, providing readers with a rich tapestry of both personal narrative and cultural insight. The opening of the book details Richardson's initial impressions of Corfu, describing its natural beauty and vibrant local culture. He reflects on his journey through the island, noting the intoxicating scenery of olive groves and vineyards, the colorful traditional costumes of the locals, and the rich historical context that intertwines with the present day. Through evocative descriptions, he conveys a deep sense of appreciation for the land and its layered history, setting the tone for a narrative that promises a blend of travelogues and reflections on Greek history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Richardson, Rufus B. (Rufus Byam), 1845-1914
EBook No.: 45175
Published: Mar 19, 2014
Downloads: 81
Language: English
Subject: Greece -- Description and travel
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Greece
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.