Account of a Tour in Normandy, Volume 1 by Dawson Turner
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"Account of a Tour in Normandy, Volume 1" by Dawson Turner is a historical account written in the early 19th century. The book comprises a series of letters addressed to Reverend James Layton and details the author's explorations in Normandy, concentrating primarily on its architectural antiquities, cultural observations, and historical context. The opening of the book introduces Dawson Turner's journey to Dieppe, providing vivid descriptions of the town's landscape, architecture, and inhabitants
observed during his visit in 1818. Turner shares his reflections on the contrasting appearances of Dieppe and English seaside towns, the expressions of human activity, and the traditional costumes of the local women. He elaborates on the fishing community of Pollet, highlighting their simple yet distinct lifestyle and attire, while grounding his observations in historical insights and personal anecdotes collected from his travel companions. This rich introductory narrative sets the stage for Turner’s comprehensive exploration of Normandy, illustrating both the historical significance of the region and the author's keen interest in antiquity and local culture. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Turner, Dawson, 1775-1858 |
|---|---|
| Title | Account of a Tour in Normandy, Volume 1 |
| Credits |
Produced by Carlo Traverso, David Cavanagh and Distributed Proofreaders Europe, dp.rastko.net. This file was produced from images generously made available by the Bibliotheque nationale de France (BnF/Gallica) at gallica.bnf.fr. |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 49.6 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco |
| Subject | Normandy (France) -- Description and travel |
| Subject | Architecture -- France -- Normandy |
| Subject | Normandy (France) -- Antiquities |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 12537 |
| Release Date | Jun 1, 2004 |
| Last Update | Oct 28, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 817 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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