Pictures from Italy by Charles Dickens

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Author Dickens, Charles, 1812-1870
Illustrator Stone, Marcus, 1840-1921
Title Pictures from Italy
Note Reading ease score: 56.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Note Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pictures_from_Italy
Credits Transcribed from the 1913 Chapman & Hall, Ltd. edition by David Price
Summary "Pictures from Italy" by Charles Dickens is a travel narrative written in the mid-19th century. This engaging work chronicles Dickens's experiences and observations during a year-long stay in Italy, particularly focusing on cities like Genoa, Rome, and Lyons, as he explores the landscapes, cultures, and peculiarities of Italian life. The opening of the book sets the tone for Dickens's reflections on his journey, providing a whimsical passport into Italy. He introduces the narrative as a blend of personal reminiscences and vivid descriptions, highlighting that his accounts are not intended to serve as a guidebook filled with historical or cultural critiques, but rather as colorful impressions penned while immersed in the local experiences. As he begins his travels, he depicts a lively scene of departure from Paris, showcasing the hustle and bustle of city life and detailing the quirky characteristics of those he encounters along the way, such as the humorously exaggerated postilions and the quaint towns they pass through. This blend of charm, satire, and keen observations invites readers into Dickens's view of Italy, setting the stage for a delightful exploration of the country’s landscapes and its people. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class DG: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Italy, Vatican City, Malta
Subject Italy -- Description and travel
Subject Novelists, English -- 19th century -- Biography
Subject Dickens, Charles, 1812-1870 -- Travel -- Italy
Category Text
EBook-No. 650
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Feb 17, 2013
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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