The Legend Of Einsidlin, A Tale Of Switzerland: With Poetical Sketches Of Swiss Scenery (1829)

By William Liddiard

Book Overview

The Legend of Einsidlin, A Tale of Switzerland: With Poetical Sketches of Swiss Scenery is a book written by William Liddiard and published in 1829. The book tells the story of Einsidlin, a small village in Switzerland, and the legend that surrounds it. The legend is about a monk who lived in the village and how he saved the village from a terrible fate.The book is a mix of prose and poetry, with Liddiard using his poetic skills to describe the beautiful Swiss scenery that surrounds Einsidlin. The book is also a travelogue of sorts, with Liddiard describing his travels through Switzerland and the many sights he saw along the way.The Legend of Einsidlin is a book that is steeped in Swiss history and culture, with Liddiard weaving in many of the traditions and customs of the Swiss people. The book is a fascinating look into the history of Switzerland and the legends that have been passed down through the generations.Overall, The Legend of Einsidlin, A Tale of Switzerland: With Poetical Sketches of Swiss Scenery is a beautifully written book that is both informative and entertaining. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Swiss history, culture, and legends.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: 143730897X
• ISBN13: 9781437308976
• Release Date: November 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 304 Pages
• Weight: 0.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"