A July Holiday in Saxony, Bohemia, and Silesia by Walter White
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"A July Holiday in Saxony, Bohemia, and Silesia" by Walter White is a travel narrative written in the mid-19th century. The book recounts the author's journey through various historical and picturesque regions of Germany and beyond, capturing the sights, sounds, and unique cultural experiences along the way. The main protagonist is the author himself as he embarks on a personal exploration of the landscapes and social customs of Saxony, Bohemia, and Silesia.
At the start of the narrative, the author visits Frankfort, where he humorously struggles to find a map of Bohemia. He provides vivid descriptions of his surroundings, sharing both trivial details and insightful reflections about the places he visits, including Würzburg—a city marked by its unique blend of history and architecture. As he ventures further, he details charming encounters, such as conversations with locals and a hospitable professor, while also alluding to historical events relevant to the regions he traverses. The opening sets the stage for a journey that promises both personal discovery and rich cultural exploration, drawing readers into a world where landscapes are alive with stories and interactions. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | White, Walter, 1811-1893 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 04028767 |
| Title | A July Holiday in Saxony, Bohemia, and Silesia |
| Credits |
Produced by Melissa McDaniel and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 62.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DD: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Germany |
| Subject | Bohemia (Czech Republic) -- Description and travel |
| Subject | Saxony (Germany) -- Description and travel |
| Subject | Silesia -- Description and travel |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 42539 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-42539-9 |
| Release Date | Apr 15, 2013 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 643 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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