Alpine Sketches: Comprised In A Short Tour Through Parts Of Holland, Flanders, France, Savoy, Switzerland And Germany, During The Summer Of 1814 (1814

By George Wilson Bridges and Anonymous

Book Overview

Alpine Sketches is a travelogue written by George Wilson Bridges, chronicling his journey through various parts of Europe during the summer of 1814. The book is divided into several sections, each detailing Bridges' experiences in different countries and regions such as Holland, Flanders, France, Savoy, Switzerland, and Germany. Throughout the book, Bridges describes the landscapes, people, and cultures he encounters on his travels, providing vivid and detailed descriptions of the places he visits. He also includes sketches and illustrations to help bring his experiences to life. Alpine Sketches is a fascinating account of European travel in the early 19th century, providing a unique perspective on the history and culture of the countries and regions Bridges visits. It is a must-read for anyone interested in travel writing, European history, or the art of sketching.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: 1437476511
• ISBN13: 9781437476514
• Release Date: January 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 324 Pages
• Weight: 0.96 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"