The Charm of Ireland by Burton Egbert Stevenson
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"The Charm of Ireland" by Burton Egbert Stevenson is a travel narrative written in the early 20th century. The book offers a rich exploration of Ireland, particularly focusing on its landscapes, culture, and historical significance. Through the eyes of the narrator, readers engage with various notable locations, including Dublin, as well as the experiences of the people who inhabit these spaces. At the start of the narrative, the reader is immersed in
a journey to Dublin, where the narrator recounts a vibrant Saturday night in the city. He describes his arrival by sea, his interactions with a jovial old priest, and the lively atmosphere of Dublin’s streets teeming with cheerful, if somewhat worn, locals. As the narrator explores the city, he reflects on both its beauty and the hardships faced by its inhabitants, providing a poignant contrast between Dublin's charming public spaces and the hidden squalor of its alleyways. This opening portion sets the tone for a thoughtful and engaging examination of Irish life, both past and present. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Stevenson, Burton Egbert, 1872-1962 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 14019698 |
| Title | The Charm of Ireland |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Suzanne Shell, Emmy, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries (www.archive.org/details/toronto) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 66.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe |
| Subject | Ireland -- Description and travel |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 35529 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-35529-0 |
| Release Date | Mar 8, 2011 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 664 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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