In The Shadow Of The Pyrenees From Basque-Land To Carcassone (1883)

By Marvin Richardson Vincent

Book Overview

In The Shadow Of The Pyrenees From Basque-Land To Carcassone is a travelogue written by Marvin Richardson Vincent in 1883. The book describes the author's journey through the Pyrenees mountain range, starting from the Basque-Land region and ending in Carcassone. Vincent provides vivid descriptions of the landscape, people, and customs of the regions he passes through, including the Basque country, the B�����arn region, and the Languedoc region. He also shares his observations on the political and social conditions of the areas he visits, highlighting the tensions between the French and Basque cultures.The book is a fascinating account of a journey through a region of France that is often overlooked by tourists, and provides a unique insight into the history and culture of the Pyrenees. It is a must-read for anyone interested in travel writing, history, or the Pyrenees region.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: 1120202817
• ISBN13: 9781120202819
• Release Date: September 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 304 Pages
• Weight: 0.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"