The Diary of a Girl in France in 1821 by Mary Browne
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| Author | Browne, Mary, 1807-1833 |
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| Author of introduction, etc. | Browne, Euphemia Stewart |
| Editor | Shore, Henry N., 1847-1926 |
| Title | The Diary of a Girl in France in 1821 |
| Note | Illustrated by the author. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 77.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Madeleine Fournier. Images provided by The Internet Archive. |
| Summary | "The Diary of a Girl in France in 1821" by Mary Browne is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This diary chronicles the experiences of Mary Browne, a 14-year-old girl from England, as she travels to France with her family, where they navigate foreign customs, landscapes, and societal norms. The narrative offers a unique perspective on early 19th-century life, particularly through the eyes of a young, observant girl who captures the contrasts between her familiar English world and the new, at times bewildering, environment they encounter. The opening of the diary introduces Mary's family, her travels from England to France, and her initial impressions of London as they prepare for their journey. The detailed descriptions reveal her youthful curiosity and naivety when confronting both the grandeur of English life and the unpredictability of their foreign expedition. From crowded streets to vivid depictions of landscapes and events, the early entries establish a delightful tone as Mary grapples with feelings of homesickness, wonder, and cultural clash. These initial reflections set the stage for an engaging exploration of a girl's adventures and observations in a time and place vastly different from her own. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco |
| Subject | France -- Description and travel |
| Subject | France -- Social life and customs |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 53908 |
| Release Date | Jan 6, 2017 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 130 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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