Scenes And Thoughts In Europe (1847)

By George H. Calvert

Book Overview

Scenes and Thoughts in Europe is a travelogue written by an American author in 1847. The book chronicles the author's journey through Europe and provides a vivid description of the various cities and towns that he visited. The author's observations are not limited to the physical aspects of the places he visited, but also include his thoughts and reflections on the people, culture, and history of each place.The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a different city or region. The author begins his journey in England, where he spends some time in London and then travels to other parts of the country, including Oxford and Cambridge. He then moves on to France, where he visits Paris and other cities before heading to Switzerland, Italy, and Germany.Throughout the book, the author shares his experiences and impressions of the places he visits. He describes the architecture, art, and landmarks of each city, and also provides insights into the local customs and traditions. He also reflects on the political and social issues of the time, such as the impact of the French Revolution and the struggles for Italian unification.Overall, Scenes and Thoughts in Europe is a fascinating account of a traveler's journey through Europe in the mid-19th century. The book offers a unique perspective on the continent during a time of great change and provides readers with a glimpse into the past that is both informative and engaging.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: 1104462176
• ISBN13: 9781104462178
• Release Date: May 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 168 Pages
• Weight: 0.51 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"