| Author |
Sieveking, I. Giberne (Isabel Giberne) |
| Title |
Autumn Impressions of the Gironde
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 61.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Marc-André Seekamp, Ann Jury and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
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| Summary |
"Autumn Impressions of the Gironde" by I. Giberne Sieveking is a travelogue written in the early 20th century. The work offers a personal reflection on the landscapes, culture, and life of the Gironde region in France, capturing the author's deep appreciation for its beauty and intricacies. The narrative emphasizes the allure of the French countryside and the sense of nostalgia associated with ideals of place and experience." "The opening of the book introduces the author's journey to France, highlighting the central theme of idealism and its connection to the natural beauty of the region. The author describes the uncomfortable experience of sea travel to Dieppe, the distinctive sights and sounds encountered on the train, and the picturesque villages observed along the way. As the journey unfolds, readers are treated to vivid depictions of the landscapes, local life, and the charm of rustic scenes, thoughtfully intertwined with reflections on the pleasures and challenges of travel, set against the backdrop of the Gironde's autumnal hues." (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
DC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco
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| Subject |
France -- Description and travel
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
44076 |
| Release Date |
Oct 30, 2013 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Apr 9, 2024 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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