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"A Bibliographical, Antiquarian and Picturesque Tour in France and Germany" by the Reverend Thomas Frognall Dibdin is a travelogue written in the early 19th century. This work offers a detailed exploration of various locations in France and Germany, with a focus on their historical significance, architecture, culture, and bibliographical treasures. Its vivid descriptions provide insights into the places Dibdin visits, capturing both the picturesque beauty of the landscapes and the intricacies of
local life. The beginning of this tour recounts the author's arrival in Dieppe, where he describes the atmosphere of the port town, the tumult of arriving in a foreign land, and his first impressions of the scenery and local customs. Dibdin notably details the picturesque aspects of Dieppe, observing local fisheries and street life, which he finds both vibrant and amusing. He reflects on the differences between social behaviors in England and France, all while maintaining a sense of curiosity and enthusiasm for the antiquities he hopes to uncover on his journey. With an engaging narrative style, the opening sets the stage for further explorations of towns steeped in history and culture. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Dibdin, Thomas Frognall, 1776-1847 |
|---|---|
| Title | A Bibliographical, Antiquarian and Picturesque Tour in France and Germany, Volume One |
| Credits |
Produced by Robert Connal, Paul Ereaut and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net, from images generously made available by gallica (Bibliothèque nationale de France) at gallica.bnf.fr. |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 67.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | Z: Bibliography, Library science |
| Subject | Bibliography |
| Subject | Germany -- Description and travel |
| Subject | France -- Description and travel |
| Subject | Libraries -- France |
| Subject | Libraries -- Germany |
| Subject | Manuscripts -- France |
| Subject | Manuscripts -- Germany |
| Subject | Literary journeys -- France |
| Subject | Literary journeys -- Germany |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 16224 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-16224-9 |
| Release Date | Jul 6, 2005 |
| Last Update | Dec 11, 2020 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 702 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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