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Joel Cooks book America offers a profound exploration of the complexities of the American experience through the lens of historical events and personal narratives. Written in a poetic and introspective style, the book delves into the cultural, social, and political fabric of the nation, touching on themes of identity, belonging, and resilience. Cook combines vivid storytelling with critical analysis, making the book a compelling and thought-provoking read that resonates with readers of all backgrounds. Set against the backdrop of Americas evolving landscape, the author skillfully weaves together different perspectives to paint a multi-dimensional portrait of the country. Cooks meticulous attention to detail and nuanced approach to storytelling elevate America to a work of literature that captures the essence of a nation striving to define itself in a rapidly changing world. With a deep understanding of American history and culture, Joel Cook brings a unique perspective to the narrative, shedding light on the factors that have shaped the countrys past, present, and future. Readers interested in a poignant reflection on what it means to be American will find America to be a captivating and enlightening read.

In The History of Western Travel by Harriet Martineau, the reader is taken on a comprehensive journey through the evolution of travel in the Western world. Martineau expertly combines historical research with vivid storytelling to create a compelling narrative that sheds light on the societal, cultural, and technological factors that have influenced the way we travel today. With a keen eye for detail and a passion for the subject matter, Martineau presents a scholarly work that appeals to both academics and general readers alike. Her writing style is clear, engaging, and informative, making the book accessible to a wide audience. Set against the backdrop of the 19th century, Martineaus book provides valuable insights into the development of travel practices and norms in Western society. Harriet Martineau, a pioneering sociologist and political economist, brings her expertise in social issues to The History of Western Travel. Her unique perspective allows readers to explore the connections between travel and broader societal trends, making this book a must-read for anyone interested in the intersection of culture, technology, and history. I highly recommend The History of Western Travel to those seeking a well-researched and engaging exploration of the evolution of travel in the Western world.

In Charles DickensPictures From Italy, the reader is taken on a vivid and insightful journey through the picturesque landscapes and vibrant cities of Italy. With his descriptive prose and keen observations, Dickens invites the reader to experience the beauty, history, and culture of Italy in a unique way that only a master storyteller like him can deliver. This travelogue is not just a collection of notes from his trip, but a deeply reflective exploration of the people and places he encounters, offering a rich tapestry of images and impressions. Written in Dickens signature engaging and evocative style, Pictures From Italy provides a fascinating glimpse into a bygone era and a country bursting with life and character. Charles Dickens personal experiences and profound observations during his travels in Italy undoubtedly influenced the themes and characters in his later works, making Pictures From Italy a valuable insight into the mind of one of literatures greatest authors. This book is recommended for readers who enjoy travel literature, historical narratives, and the works of Charles Dickens.

In The Aran Islands, John Millington Synge offers a poignant and vivid portrayal of the rugged beauty and intricate social tapestry of the Aran Islands off the west coast of Ireland. Written in a lyrical yet straightforward style, the book blends travelogue with rich anthropological observation, capturing the dialects, customs, and folklore of the islanders. Synges narrative is steeped in the literary context of the Irish Renaissance, reflecting the growing interest in indigenous culture and language during a time when Ireland was forging its national identity. His keen eye for detail and emotive descriptions transport the reader to a world that is both idyllic and harsh, illustrating the enduring spirit of the islanders amid their struggles. John Millington Synge (1871-1909) was a pivotal figure in the Irish literary movement, deeply influenced by his experiences in rural Ireland. His acute sensitivity to the plight of the Irish peasantry and his admiration for their resilience drove him to document their lives and landscapes. Synges own upbringing, alongside his education and literary pursuits, instilled in him a profound appreciation for the linguistic and cultural richness of Ireland, eventually leading him to the Aran Islands, where he found inspiration for this seminal work. I wholeheartedly recommend The Aran Islands to readers seeking not only a compelling travel narrative but also deeper insight into the human condition within a specific cultural milieu. Synges timeless observations resonate on both personal and sociopolitical levels, making this work an essential read for anyone interested in Irish literature, culture, or the universal themes of struggle and beauty in life.

Antes de se tornar escritor, Herman Melville, o futuro autor de Moby Dick, trabalhou como marujo em diversos navios, e adquiriu a experiencia no mar na qual basearia boa parte de seus livros. Em Jaqueta Branca, um dos maiores escritores norte-americanos aborda sua ultima e mais importante viagem que tem uma passagem importante pelo Rio de Janeiro, em que Melville encontra com d. Pedro II. O livro, que permaneceu inedito no Brasil por mais de 150 anos, toma o navio de guerra como microcosmo e retrata o percurso de 14 meses do maior navio da Marinha americana da epoca, do Havai ate Boston, contornando as Americas.No dia 17 de agosto de 1843, Herman Melville (1819-1891) embarcou na fragata USS United States, em Honolulu, no Havai. Depois de ter trabalhado em barcos baleeiros, o jovem de 24 anos engajava-se como marinheiro do navio de guerra considerado o mais rapido da frota americana da epoca. A experiencia como marujo durou 14 meses, marcou o fim do seu periodo de aventuras maritimas e o inspirou a escrever, em 1850, o livro Jaqueta Branca ou O mundo em um navio de guerra, que antecedeu sua obra mais conhecida, Moby Dick.O narrador e o marujo Jaqueta Branca, que ganha esse apelido devido ao casaco que ele mesmo confecciona para se proteger do frio, a bordo do navio de guerra, batizado no livro como Neversink. Durante o trajeto de Honolulu ate Boston, onde desembarcou, Jaqueta Branca descreve as condiçes de vida no mar, as relaçes entre marujos e oficiais a bordo e cria um panorama de tipos e personagens que representam o mundo em um navio de guerra. No relato, Melville denuncia os maus tratos e abusos sofridos pelos marinheiros, sobretudo a flagelaço publica. Esse testemunho influenciou a votaço de leis proibindo os castigos fisicos na Marinha quando a lei foi votada no congresso americano ocasio em que Jaqueta Branca foi citado.Varios capitulos da obra so dedicados a passagem do navio pelo Rio de Janeiro, onde a fragata ficou aportada. Melville descreve, encantado, a paisagem carioca, alem da visita do imperador d. Pedro II e seu sequito a embarcaço, impressionado com a pompa exagerada da Corte brasileira.A traduço, de Rogerio Bettoni, foi agraciada com o Premio Biblioteca Nacional de melhor traduço, e o livro conta com glossario de termos nauticos e posfacio da especialista Priscilla Allen, autora de um estudo classico pela Universidade de Cornell em 1966.

This book features a travel account of the scientific expedition led by the French Naval officer and explorer Jean-François de Galaup, count of La Pérouse, written from the perspective of a diplomat who had joined the expedition as an interpreter. The expeditions aims were to complete the Pacific discoveries of James Cook, whom La Perouse greatly admired, correct and complete maps of the area, establish trade contacts, open new maritime routes and enrich French science and scientific collections. The journey started in August 1785 and took the ships south across the Atlantic Ocean, around Cape Horn to the Pacific, stopping at Easter Island, Hawaii, modern-day Alaska, Macao, Manila, the Sea of Japan, the Sea of Okhotsk and then to the port of Saints Peter and Saint Paul, now Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky on the eastern side of the Kamchatka Peninsula. Here they rested from their trip, and enjoyed the hospitality of the Russians and Kamchatkans. In letters received from Paris, La Perouse was ordered to investigate the settlement the British were establishing in New South Wales, Australia. De Lesseps then used a carriage to travel through Krasnoyarsk, Achinsk, Tomsk, Tobolsk, Tyumen, Yekaterinburg, and Kungur in the Ural Mountains to Kazan, where he was injured in an accident. To avoid being caught for another winter, he pressed on to Nizhniy Novgorod, then (Veliky) Novgorod, reaching Saint Petersburg, his intended destination in September 1788, more than a year after he started. Given the subsequent loss of both ships, by leaving at Petropavlovsk, de Lesseps became one of three members of the original cast to survive the La Perouse expedition.

Esta obra apresenta relatos sobre as viagens de exploração e conquista de uma remota América, tal como eram feitos os relatos à época destes acontecimentos. Viagem ao Rio da Prata... reúne lembranças

In reading American Notes and Dickenss letters from America, Mr. Wilkins was struck by two things: the almost bitter severity of his criticism of the American newspapers and his views on the subject of international copyright. To the end of satisfying himself of the justice of these opinions, he collected extracts from the press of almost every city visited by the distinguished novelist. But the task so specifically begun was soon seen to have a much broader significance. If Americans and Englishmen were interested through the American Notes to get a glimpse of the United States, it is safe to say that they would be still more interested through the popular press of this country to obtain a glimpse of that familiar and beloved personality, Charles Dickens. The book allows those who saw and spoke with Mr. Dickens to speak for themselves, and is crowded with intimate and verbatim conversations.

Both moving and hilariousSpectator, Books of the YearA tale of gloriously eccentric British pensioners. Aitken rivals Alan Bennett in the ear he has for an eavesdropped remark ... boy, can he write.Daily Mail, Book of the WeekFROM THE AUTHOR OF THE ACCLAIMED A CHIP SHOP IN POZNAN.One millennial, six coach trips, one big generation gap.When Ben Aitken learnt that his gran had enjoyed a four-night holiday including four three-course dinners, four cooked breakfasts, four games of bingo, a pair of excursions, sixteen pints of lager and luxury return coach travel, all for a hundred pounds, he thought, thats the life, and signed himself up. Six times over.Good value aside, what Ben was really after was the company of his elders - those with more chapters under their belt, with the wisdom granted by experience, the candour gifted by time, and the hard-earned ability to live each day like its nearly their last.A series of coach holidays ensued - from Scarborough to St Ives, Killarney to Lake Como - during which Ben attempts to shake off his thirty-something blues by getting old as soon as possible.

This volume contains an account of a pedestrian tour by Mr. Collins in Cornwall, a county to which railways had not yet penetrated at his time. Leaving Plymouth behind him, the author, and his artist friend, Mr. Brandling, threaded the county from St. Germains to the Lizard and the Lands-End; visiting the most remarkable places, whether of art or nature, and whether the natural attractions were of the quietly beautiful, the desolate, or the magnificent kind. Mr. Collins, as a pedestrian, was of necessity thrown much among the people; and he has picked up many traits of their character, as well as some curious traditions. There are also matters of a more utilitarian cast, but popularly treatedas a mine, the pilchard fishery, an economical survey of the condition of the poor.

Here Mr. Howells reintroduces the charming couple whose honeymoon was described in one of the authors most delightful books, "Their Silver Wedding Journey." Through Hamburg, Karlsbad, Nuremberg, Weimar, Berlin, Frankfort and Dusseldorf and along the banks of the Rhine the gifted literary necromancer conducts the reader through the eyes of his pleasant middle-aged travelers as they wend their leisurely way through parts of Europe as it was a good many years before the First World War.

In this book of travels Mr. Howells relates the incidents and impressions of his trip through Spain. In a leisurely, discursive fashion he notes what most appealed to him as he journeyed from San Sebastian through Burgos, Madrid, Toledo, Cordova, Seville to Granada, Ronda, Algecirus, and Tarifa. Like a glorified cinemacolor film, he passes in review Spanish scenery, the architecture of cathedrals and palaces; theatres and hotels; picturesque street-scenes, Moorish remains; the King and Queen; beggars and guides; gypsies and donkeys. And back of all this living present, adding richness to the scene like a figured tapestry, is the romantic history of Spains past.

To travel with Mr. Howells would indeed be the perfection of journeying, and it is hard to suppress a pang of envy for any friend whom he happens to refer to as his companion. But, fortunately, Mr. Howells has that grace with his pen which includes himself among the realities he presents, and makes the illusion of listening to him, instead of reading, quite easy. In "Seven English Cities" he is as gossipy and entertaining as ever. Liverpool, Manchester, and Sheffield receive his first attention ; and he insists that in spite of the cavalier treatment these places usually receive from travelers, they are " worthy to be seen and known." A doubt with regard to Liverpool may still linger in the mind of the reader, for Mr. Howells scarcely justifies anything in it except St. Georges Hall ; but that may be only because, as he says, most of his memories of the place have been acquired since his visit. Or it may be because he is too much occupied in holding up the mirror to the " fond behavior of arriving Americans." But Manchester, with its parks, old-fashioned mansions, and dignified public buildings, and Sheffield, with its " dead forest " of chimneys, its Dukeries, and its Manor pathetic with memories of Mary Queen of Scots, evidently deserve his plea. York, however, holds him longest. Here he is haunted less by the " clutter of incidents " of English history than by Roman associations, and " never can get enough " of the windows of the Minster. Marston Moor eluded him, but he was compensated by " the civility from everyone which had so ineffectively abetted his search." After a glimpse of Dur ham, " where the medieval atmosphere is in perfect repair," he reaches Boston, a city in some respects unworthy of its New England descendant, especially in its ignorance of the places hallowed by the Pilgrims. Aberystwyth and Llandudno, Welsh watering-places with beautiful curving beaches complete the sacred number of his visitations. The Welsh he finds, not, according to their reputation, the " prize liars of the universe," but truthful although valuable, amiable, and admirably co-educated. The closing chapter on English character will cause some discussion. Are the English, as Mr. Howells thinks, really more courteous than Americans, and also more loyal, more united, and more charitable?

Miss Bellards Inspiration has a charm altogether out of proportion to its pretensions. It is no more than a novelette in dimensions, and its story is of the simplest. but displays in the telling a very delicate art. There are six people concerned Miss Ballard and her ance, the aunt and uncle with whom they spend a few days in the country, and a married couple who are their guests by chance. This couple proves to be singularly mismated, and the spectacle afforded by their bickerings so alarms the heroine that she discards her lover, lest some such future may be in store for them also. She speaks by way of explanation, about that strange sort of feeling I had that we would be like them, if we married, and that there was not room in the world for two such quarrelsome couples Later on, when the jangling pair have reached the point of imminent divorce, the rejected lover makes the following plea for a resumption of the old relations: If they are separated for good and all, dont you see that it gives us our chance? The argument is convincing, and these are the words in which the heroine describes her capitulation: The point was a very ne one, and I kept losing it; but he never did; and he held me to it, so that when he did go away, I promised him that I would think about it. I did think about it, and before morning I had a perfect inspiration. My inspiration was that when I was so helpless to reason it out for myself, I ought to leave it altogether to him, and that is why we are going to be married in the spring. This is the orthodox conclusion, if brought about by whimsical means, but we cannot escape a certain concern for the young mans future.

In London Films Mr. Howells certainly maintains his deserved reputation. His delightful essays are characterized by a genial sympathy quite unlike any other authors of the present time. It is this sympathy with his subject that gives the charm to the book. There is a broad indefiniteness or lack of mathematical accuracy that gives a pleasing literary tone to the book. He writes of the royal family, its movements and customs, although confessing the royal family has rarely come his way. Mr. Howells is decidedly pro-British. In many respects they excel us. He calls the appearance of the English dames authorized rather than authoritative, and says the dignity of the old people of both sexes is not matched in America. In its buildings and effects London excels New York. The dress of the English girl is contrasted with that of the American. Mr. Howells finds the American girl has more chic and the English more sentiment. His preference is clearly for the sentiment. While granting the sentiment in the English girls dress to exceed the American girls, you still have the choice of whether you want all that sentiment or not. The difference in dress is certainly an expression of the general difference in English and American character. Americans in general will probably let the sentiment go. Of course, as regards style Mr. Howells stands, with some few others, at the top of the writers of today.

With that genially serious attention to minute details, that humorous circumstantiality in treating the commonplace, which we have all come to know so well and to like (or dislike) so heartily in Mr. Howells, he has filled a substantial volume with his easily-flowing narrative of a Mediterranean vacation journey, naming his book Roman Holidays and Others. The first landing of his party was made at Madeira, whence they proceeded to Gibraltar, and then to Genoa, Naples, Rome, Leghorn, Pisa, Genoa again, and Monte Carlo. The style of the narrative if it is necessary to indicate it at all is well illustrated by the opening words of the second chapter: "There is nothing strikes the traveler in his approach to the rock of Gibraltar so much as its resemblance to the trade-mark of the Prudential Insurance Company. He cannot help feeling that the famous stronghold is pictorially a plagiarism from the advertisements of that institution." Mr. Howells says of the Romans of these days that they have "a republican simplicity of manner, and I liked this better in the shop people and work people than the civility overflowing into servility which one finds among the like folk, for instance, in England."

A companion volume to London Films, in which Mr. Howells writes of Bath, Oxford, Canterbury and other delightful English towns, with glimpses of the country in between. The author catches the true spirit and dominant tone of each locality, and he regales the reader with various little adventures along the road. Mr. Howells is especially alert for details that link English history with our own, and have a special interest for the American traveler.

A Little Swiss Sojourn was passed in the village of Villeneuve in the canton of Vaud, where a comfortable pension, vineyards galore, a gothic chapel, the placid lake, the snow-covered Alps, an occasional chateau (to let, furnished, for $500 a year) lent charm, dignity and ample opportunity for reminiscence to the visit of three months of which this narrative records the impressions. It is a pretty picture of an alien civilization, having certain quaint analogies with our own hard-favored rural New England, which Mr. Howells sets forth with characteristic appreciation.

You probably dont know this, but the cloister of Barcelonas Gothic cathedral is home to a gaggle of geese. We are those geese, the geese of Saint Eulalia. Weve heard so many tourists and locals talk about how beautiful Barcelona is that today were breaking out of the cloister to go see it at last!

To meet Mr. Howells again on his Italian rambles is like rejoining an old friend in the midst of scenes associated with the beginning of our friendship. This rich volume is a grateful recollection of the book which first gave him a place in our standard literature. Much of the old charm of Venetian Life is certainly here. The daring disregard of conventionality, the happy discovery of aspects of life un noticed by previous travelers, the artistic and novel use of illustrative side-lights, the quick insight into the characteristics of places, the unforced flow of delicate humor, the fascination of a style distinguished more by natural grace than by laborious polish, and the genial understanding between the author and the reader all these qualities reappear in the new record of travel ; and if they seem less striking than they did of old, we must remember that Mr. Howells himself is no longer a fresh sensation but a familiar favorite. Half the volume is devoted to Florence under the title of Florentine Mosaics. Mr. Howells gives us something quite unlike the ordinary impressions of a traveler. Here is neither set description of scenery and architecture, nor systematic study of life and manners ; but the author passes at will from pictures of the streets and squares and churches and palaces, to brief comments upon the people, and glowing transcriptions of dramatic episodes in Florentine history. . . . Siena is visited in the same temper, although Mr. Howells took his pleasure there with a keener zest than the well-known sights of Florence were able to afford him ; and the tour took in Pisa, Lucca, Pistoja, Prato and Fiesole, of which he writes much more briefly than of the more important cities.