Alpine Byways: Or Light Leaves Gathered In 1859 And 1860 (1861)

By Jane Freshfield

Book Overview

Alpine Byways: Or Light Leaves Gathered In 1859 And 1860 is a book written by an anonymous author who goes by the pseudonym ""A Lady."" The book was first published in 1861 and is a collection of travel essays that recount the author's experiences while traveling through the Alps in 1859 and 1860.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a particular location or experience. The author writes about her travels through Switzerland, Italy, and France, describing the scenery, the people she meets, and the cultural and historical significance of the places she visits.Throughout the book, the author's writing is characterized by a sense of wonder and curiosity. She is clearly fascinated by the natural beauty of the Alps and the rich history and culture of the regions she explores. Her descriptions are vivid and evocative, transporting the reader to the places she visited and allowing them to experience the sights, sounds, and smells of the Alps for themselves.Alpine Byways is a charming and engaging travelogue that will appeal to anyone with an interest in the history and culture of the Alps. It is a valuable resource for historians, travelers, and anyone who wants to learn more about this fascinating region of Europe.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165271893
• ISBN13: 9781165271894
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 266 Pages
• Weight: 0.79 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"