Italian Journeys by William Dean Howells
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"Italian Journeys" by William Dean Howells is a travelogue written in the late 19th century, capturing the author's experiences and reflections during his travels through Italy. The book provides a vivid portrayal of Italian culture, society, and landscapes while offering insights into the historical and artistic significance of the places visited. At the start of "Italian Journeys," Howells introduces his journey from Venice to Rome, detailing his unexpected adventures and encounters along
the way. He reflects on the romanticized idea of travel versus the reality faced, characterized by delays and mishaps, such as taking longer routes and dealing with the idiosyncrasies of fellow travelers, including a Swiss family and a self-proclaimed honest man from Rovigo. The narrative hints at the contrasts between the picturesque beauty of Italy and the challenges of navigating its social interactions, setting the stage for a journey filled with both humorous and poignant reflections on travel and locale. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Howells, William Dean, 1837-1920 |
|---|---|
| Title | Italian Journeys |
| Credits |
Etext produced by Ted Garvin, Carla Kruger and the PG Online Distributed Proofreading Team HTML file produced by David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 56.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DG: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Italy, Vatican City, Malta |
| Subject | Italy -- Description and travel |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 14276 |
| Release Date | Dec 6, 2004 |
| Last Update | Oct 28, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 738 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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