Scenes in Switzerland by American Tract Society
"Scenes in Switzerland" by the American Tract Society is a collection of narratives written in the late 19th century that explores the landscapes and lives intertwined with the Swiss Alps. The vignettes depict a mix of travel experiences and heartfelt encounters with people living in the region, reflecting on themes of nature, faith, love, and personal transformation through simple yet profound storytelling. The opening of the work introduces the reader to a
journey through Switzerland, beginning with a description of the picturesque landscape around Lake Constance as seen by the narrator. He reminisces about his visits with a friend and family, particularly focusing on the character of Gretchen, a pivotal figure from the narrator’s past, who has since married and become a mother. This section paints a vibrant picture of the Swiss countryside and hints at deeper connections between characters as they reflect on the passage of time and memories. The detailed descriptions of both the scenery and human emotion set the tone for an exploration of personal and spiritual growth amidst the backdrop of Switzerland's natural beauty. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | American Tract Society |
|---|---|
| Title | Scenes in Switzerland |
| Note | Reading ease score: 74.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by Bethanne M. Simms, Christine D and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team. (www.pgdp.net) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Christian life -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Switzerland -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 15782 |
| Release Date | May 7, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 14, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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