| Management number | 220817133 | Release Date | 2026/05/03 | List Price | $17.40 | Model Number | 220817133 | ||
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Travel into the 1820s: a vivid, on‑the‑ground account of crossings from Rome to Venice and beyond, mixing scenery with candid observations.This volume continues a course along the Rhine and into Switzerland and Italy, offering a travelogue rich with immediate landscapes, historic places, and personal reflections. The author pairs striking natural scenes with practical notes, from lake craters and hill towns to bustling piazzas and ancient monuments. Along the way, readers meet local life, glimpses of politics, culture, and the everyday world of travelers in a long‑ago era. The prose combines descriptive awe with sharp, sometimes humorous, asides that illuminate both places and the traveler’s own perspective.What you’ll experienceLively, on‑the‑spot descriptions of landscapes, cities, and historic sights.Anecdotes and context about notable sites, from lakes and craters to grand palaces.Observations on local life, culture, and the social fabric of travel in the period.A voice that blends curiosity, amusement, and thoughtful reflection.Ideal for readers who enjoy classic travel writing, historical curiosity, and a window into early 19th‑century European exploration. Read more
| ISBN10 | 0656404728 |
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| ISBN13 | 978-0656404728 |
| Language | English |
| Publisher | Forgotten Books |
| Dimensions | 9 x 6 x 0.83 inches |
| Item Weight | 1.54 pounds |
| Print length | 410 pages |
| Publication date | August 24, 2018 |
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