Gleanings From Pontresina And The Upper Engadine (1880)

By Howard Payson Arnold

Book Overview

Gleanings From Pontresina And The Upper Engadine is a book written by Howard Payson Arnold and published in 1880. The book is a travelogue that describes the author's experiences in the Swiss mountain resort town of Pontresina and the surrounding Upper Engadine region. The author provides a detailed account of the natural beauty of the area, including the glaciers, mountains, and lakes. He also describes the local customs, culture, and people, providing insights into the daily life of the residents. The book is illustrated with numerous sketches and photographs, adding to the visual appeal of the text. Overall, Gleanings From Pontresina And The Upper Engadine is a fascinating account of a bygone era and a must-read for anyone interested in travel writing or Swiss culture.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: 1166456986
• ISBN13: 9781166456986
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 224 Pages
• Weight: 0.67 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"