Roughing it De Luxe by Irvin S. Cobb
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"Roughing It De Luxe" by Irvin S. Cobb is a humorous travel narrative written in the early 20th century. The book chronicles a train journey to the Grand Canyon, blended with sharp observations about the eccentric personalities traveling alongside the author and the allure of the American Southwest. Cobb's sharp wit and engaging style provide readers with a lively account of his experiences, particularly the absurdities of modern tourism and the grandeur
of the landscapes encountered. At the start of the narrative, the author reflects on the immense challenge of describing the Grand Canyon, stating that most who attempt to do so fail. He introduces a colorful mix of characters traveling in his train car, including a distinguished surgeon, a honeymooning couple, and a nervous corn-doctor, each adding to the traveler's amusement. As they journey, Cobb humorously captures their collective excitement, concerns, and absurdities, leading up to their long-awaited arrival at the awe-inspiring vistas of the Grand Canyon. The beginning sets the tone for a delightful exploration of nature, travel, and the often ridiculous behaviors of tourists. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Cobb, Irvin S. (Irvin Shrewsbury), 1876-1944 |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | McCutcheon, John T. (John Tinney), 1870-1949 |
| LoC No. | 14011507 |
| Title | Roughing it De Luxe |
| Credits |
Produced by Audrey Longhurst, Melissa Er-Raqabi and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 61.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | F850.5: United States local history: Pacific States |
| Subject | California -- Description and travel |
| Subject | American wit and humor |
| Subject | Grand Canyon (Ariz.) -- Description and travel |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 19479 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-19479-0 |
| Release Date | Oct 6, 2006 |
| Last Update | Oct 8, 2006 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 523 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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