Wayward Women: A Guide to Women Travellers
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Book Overview
Robinson presents some three hundred and fifty woman travellers, mostly British or American, and examines the almost one thousand books they produced. Spanning sixteen centuries, she reveals a fascinating body of literature, full of insight, wit, and courage.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0192828223
ISBN13:9780192828224
Release Date:June 1994
Publisher:Oxford University Press, USA
Length:376 Pages
Weight:0.60 lbs.
Dimensions:0.8" x 5.1" x 7.8"
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Americas Bibliographies & Indexes Biographical Biographies Biographies & History Biography & History England Europe History Literature & Fiction Poetry Publishing & Books Reference Science Science & Math Science & Scientists Science & Technology Social Science Social Sciences Travel Travel Writing Women in History Women's Studies WritingCustomer Reviews
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This fascinating and scholarly book by Jane Robinson covers sixteen centuries of woman travelers and their writing. Bibliographic and biographical information is included for each author. Includes maps, black and white photographs, an index of authors, and a geographical index. 344 pages. If you enjoy travel writing this is an excellent resource to find many of the books you may have missed.
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