First Impressions On A Tour Upon The Continent: In The Summer Of 1818 (1819)

By Marianne Baillie

Book Overview

""First Impressions On A Tour Upon The Continent: In The Summer Of 1818"" is a travelogue written by Marianne Baillie and published in 1819. The book details the author's experiences and observations during a tour of Europe in the summer of 1818. Baillie provides a vivid description of the people, cultures, and landscapes she encounters on her journey, from the bustling streets of Paris to the picturesque scenery of Switzerland. She also reflects on the historical significance of the places she visits, such as the ruins of ancient Rome and the battlefields of Waterloo. Throughout the book, Baillie offers her personal insights and opinions on various topics, such as the customs and traditions of different countries, the role of women in society, and the impact of war on the European continent. ""First Impressions On A Tour Upon The Continent"" is a valuable historical document that provides a window into the world of early 19th-century Europe and the perspectives of a well-traveled woman of the time.Through Parts Of France, Italy, Switzerland, The Borders Of Germany, And A Part Of French Flanders.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: 1436847443
• ISBN13: 9781436847445
• Release Date: June 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 396 Pages
• Weight: 1.16 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"