Travels In Sweden, Denmark, And Norway (1826)

By Bentham And Hardy

Book Overview

Travels in Sweden, Denmark, and Norway is a travelogue written by Jeremy Bentham and his friend, Samuel Hardy, in 1826. The book is an account of their journey through the three Scandinavian countries, detailing their observations on the people, culture, and landscapes they encountered.The book is structured as a series of letters written by Bentham and Hardy to their friends back in England. In these letters, they describe their travels through the cities and towns of Sweden, Denmark, and Norway, as well as their experiences in the countryside.The authors provide detailed descriptions of the architecture, art, and customs of the countries they visit, as well as their impressions of the people they meet along the way. They also comment on the political and social conditions of the countries, including the role of the monarchy and the state of the economy.Throughout the book, Bentham and Hardy offer their opinions on a wide range of topics, from the quality of the food to the state of the roads. They also provide insights into the natural beauty of the region, describing the fjords, mountains, and forests they encounter.Overall, Travels in Sweden, Denmark, and Norway is a fascinating account of a journey through three of Europe's most beautiful and interesting countries, written by two keen observers of the world around them.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: 1120946859
• ISBN13: 9781120946850
• Release Date: January 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 184 Pages
• Weight: 0.56 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"