Reis-impressies by Louis Couperus
"Reis-impressies" by Louis Couperus is a collection of travel impressions written in the late 19th century. The work captures the essence of various locations, particularly in Italy, with a focus on art, culture, and the experiences of travelers through intimate and descriptive prose. The narrative does not center on a single character, but rather conveys the collective experience of exploration and observation. The beginning of the collection unfolds with a detailed description
of an artwork, "The Annunciation" by Simone Martini and Lippo Memmi, that resides in the Uffizi Gallery. Couperus vividly portrays the painting's divine scene, including the angel conveying a holy message to the Virgin Mary, emphasizing the ethereal qualities of light and emotion present in the artwork. He transitions seamlessly to a depiction of Rome and its lively atmosphere, highlighting the bustling life around the Pincio and the charming dynamic of its street vendors and models. This opening not only establishes the aesthetic lens through which Couperus views the world but also immerses the reader in the vibrant tapestry of Italian life and artistry that runs throughout his travel narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Couperus, Louis, 1863-1923 |
|---|---|
| Title | Reis-impressies |
| Note | Reading ease score: 60.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by Jeroen Hellingman and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net/ |
| Language | Dutch |
| LoC Class | PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures |
| Subject | Italy -- Description and travel |
| Subject | Greece -- Description and travel |
| Subject | Couperus, Louis, 1863-1923 -- Travel -- Italy |
| Subject | Couperus, Louis, 1863-1923 -- Travel -- Greece |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 27241 |
| Release Date | Nov 12, 2008 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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