Through the Casentino with Hints for the Traveller by Lina Eckenstein
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| Author | Eckenstein, Lina, 1857-1931 |
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| Illustrator | Du Bois-Reymond, Lucy, 1858-1915 |
| Title | Through the Casentino with Hints for the Traveller |
| Note | Reading ease score: 66.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Contents | The Casentino -- Bibbiena and Cardinal Bibbiena -- La Verna and St Francis -- Camaldoli and St Romuald -- In the Apennines -- Poppi and Counts Guidi -- Capo d'Arno -- Hints for the Traveler. |
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| Summary | "Through the Casentino with Hints for the Traveller" by Lina Eckenstein is a travel guide written in the early 20th century. The work explores the scenic and historical region of Casentino in Tuscany, Italy, inviting readers to discover its natural beauty, historical significance, and cultural richness. Eckenstein provides insights into notable locations, including those associated with figures like St. Francis and Dante, making the book an enticing resource for travelers and history enthusiasts alike. The opening of the book introduces the Casentino as a picturesque locale characterized by its valleys, mountains, and historical ties to the Etruscans and medieval events. Eckenstein presents a vivid description of the landscape while recounting the journey of travelers arriving in Bibbiena, where Eckenstein's narrative invites readers to immerse themselves in both the natural scenery and a wealth of historical anecdotes. The author sets the stage for discovering notable sites, such as La Verna, associated with St. Francis, and the monastic life at Camaldoli, blending personal observation with a deep appreciation for the region's heritage. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DG: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Italy, Vatican City, Malta |
| Subject | Tuscany (Italy) -- Description and travel |
| Subject | Casentino (Italy) -- Description and travel |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 57404 |
| Release Date | Jun 26, 2018 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 24, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 32 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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