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Author Moore, John, 1729-1802
Title A View of Society and Manners in France, Switzerland, and Germany, Vol. 1 (of 2)
With Anecdotes Relating to Some Eminent Characters
Note Reading ease score: 61.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits E-text prepared by the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http: //www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive (https: //archive.org)
Summary "A View of Society and Manners in France, Switzerland, and Germany, Vol. 1" by John Moore, M.D. is a travelogue written in the late 18th century. The book presents a collection of letters detailing the author's observations of social customs and behaviors in various regions of Europe. Moore's work is likely to appeal to readers interested in historical accounts of European society and its manners, particularly as seen through the eyes of a contemporary traveler. The opening of the book establishes a conversational tone as the author addresses a friend, reflecting on the life of a young man who struggles with gambling and the fickle nature of friendships. The narrative unfolds as he discusses his friend's challenges, including debts and the indifference of his former companions, which sets the stage for broader reflections on societal behavior and moral outcomes. The letters promise insights into personal moral dilemmas alongside the author's keen observations of the social environment in Paris, making this read particularly engaging for those interested in the interplay between personal character and the prevailing culture of the time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class D: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere
Subject Europe -- Description and travel -- Early works to 1800
Category Text
EBook-No. 58516
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jun 15, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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