The Holidays Abroad: Or Right At Last (1867)

By Emma Anne G. Davenport

Book Overview

The Holidays Abroad: Or Right At Last is a novel written by Emma Anne G. Davenport and published in 1867. The story follows the adventures of two sisters, Lucy and Edith, as they travel abroad for the first time. They visit various European cities, including Paris, Venice, and Rome, and encounter a cast of colorful characters along the way.As the sisters explore new cultures and customs, they also learn valuable lessons about love, friendship, and personal growth. Lucy falls in love with a handsome Italian count, while Edith discovers her own independence and strength.Throughout the book, Davenport provides vivid descriptions of the sights, sounds, and tastes of each destination, immersing the reader in the world of 19th-century European travel. She also weaves in social commentary on topics such as gender roles and class dynamics.Overall, The Holidays Abroad is a charming and insightful novel that captures the spirit of adventure and discovery that comes with traveling to new places.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: 1165680262
• ISBN13: 9781165680269
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 268 Pages
• Weight: 0.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"