Travel Sketches Of Norway, Sweden, Russia, Austria, Belgium And Holland (1916)

By Grace M. Levings

Book Overview

""Travel Sketches of Norway, Sweden, Russia, Austria, Belgium and Holland"" is a book written by Grace M. Levings and published in 1916. The book is a collection of sketches and observations made by the author during her travels to these European countries. The book begins with a description of Norway, where the author writes about the stunning landscapes, fjords, and the unique customs and traditions of the Norwegian people. She then moves on to Sweden, where she explores the cities of Stockholm and Gothenburg, and observes the differences between the Swedish and Norwegian cultures.The author then travels to Russia, where she writes about the grandeur of St. Petersburg and the history and culture of the Russian people. She also provides an insight into the life of the common people in Russia.Next, the author takes the reader to Austria, where she writes about the beautiful cities of Vienna and Salzburg, and the rich history and culture of the country. She also describes the stunning architecture and artwork of the churches and palaces.The author then moves on to Belgium, where she writes about the cities of Brussels and Antwerp, and the unique culture and traditions of the Belgian people. She also explores the famous chocolate and beer industries of the country.Finally, the author takes the reader to Holland, where she writes about the beautiful cities of Amsterdam and The Hague, and the unique customs and traditions of the Dutch people. She also explores the famous windmills and tulip fields of the country.Overall, ""Travel Sketches of Norway, Sweden, Russia, Austria, Belgium and Holland"" is a fascinating book that provides a unique insight into the history, culture, and traditions of these European countries. The author's sketches and observations bring these places to life, making it a must-read for anyone interested in travel and 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: 1165777525
• ISBN13: 9781165777525
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 206 Pages
• Weight: 0.62 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"