Onderweg in Tunis by Bellonie Chantre
"Onderweg in Tunis" by Madame B. Chantre is a travel narrative written in the early 20th century. The book explores the author's journey through Tunisia, detailing various locations including Tunis, Sfax, and Sousa, while intertwining cultural observations and experiences with the local people, particularly during the transition of France's presence in the region. The opening of the narrative introduces the arrival in Tunis and sets a vibrant scene of the city as
the author describes the beauty of its architecture and the unique character of its markets. Amidst the lively descriptions, readers meet notable figures such as Mr. Roy, a key local administrator, and participate in various activities, including a visit to the Islamic court and explorations of local attractions like the Belvédère. The narrative captures both the contrast of European modernization and the enduring traditions of Tunisian culture, setting the stage for further adventures across the region. The vivid imagery and reflections on the journey offer readers a rich insight into the social and cultural fabric of Tunisia during a period of significant change. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Chantre, Bellonie, 1866-1952 |
|---|---|
| Title |
Onderweg in Tunis De Aarde en haar Volken, 1909 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 65.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Note | Translation of Bellonie Chantre's "Sur les routes de Tunisie" which appeared in Le Tour du Monde (1908). |
| Credits |
Produced by Jeroen Hellingman and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net/ |
| Language | Dutch |
| LoC Class | DT: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Africa |
| Subject | Tunis (Tunisia) -- Description and travel |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 25343 |
| Release Date | May 5, 2008 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 3, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 67 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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