Schetsen uit Amerika en Tafereelen uit Italië by Charles Dickens
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"Schetsen uit Amerika en Tafereelen uit Italië" by Charles Dickens is a travelogue written in the mid-19th century. This work captures Dickens's observations and experiences as he travels, particularly focusing on his voyage to America and subsequent stay. The narrative offers a blend of humor and critical reflection on his surroundings, making it a rich commentary on both American and Italian societies during that era. At the start of the narrative, Dickens
describes his departure aboard the Britannia, a steamship bound for Halifax and Boston. He humorously recounts his astonishment at the cramped conditions of his allocated cabin, which he deems less glamorous than he expected. Despite initial disappointments, the mood lightens as he interacts with fellow passengers and observes the bustling activity onboard, setting the stage for a vibrant recounting of his ocean journey and the various characters he will encounter. This opening not only establishes Dickens's characteristic wit but also foreshadows the contradictions and curiosities he will explore throughout his travels. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Dickens, Charles, 1812-1870 |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Dalziel, Edward, 1817-1905 |
| Title | Schetsen uit Amerika en Tafereelen uit Italië |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pictures_from_Italy |
| Note | Translation of American notes and Pictures from Italy. |
| Credits |
Produced by Jeroen Hellingman and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net/ for Project Gutenberg. |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 56.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | Dutch |
| LoC Class | DG: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Italy, Vatican City, Malta |
| LoC Class | E151: History: America: United States |
| Subject | Italy -- Description and travel |
| Subject | United States -- Description and travel |
| Subject | United States -- Social life and customs |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 47716 |
| Release Date | Dec 20, 2014 |
| Last Update | Oct 24, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 701 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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