TY  - BOOK
AU  - Dibdin,Thomas Frognall
TI  - A Bibliographical, Antiquarian and Picturesque Tour in France and Germany, Volume One
AV  - Z 
PY  - 2005///
CY  - Salt Lake City, UT
PB  - Project Gutenberg
KW  - Bibliography
KW  - Germany -- Description and travel
KW  - France -- Description and travel
KW  - Libraries -- France
KW  - Libraries -- Germany
KW  - Manuscripts -- France
KW  - Manuscripts -- Germany
KW  - Literary journeys -- France
KW  - Literary journeys -- Germany
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N2  - "A Bibliographical, Antiquarian and Picturesque Tour in France and Germany" by the Reverend Thomas Frognall Dibdin is a travelogue written in the early 19th century. This work offers a detailed exploration of various locations in France and Germany, with a focus on their historical significance, architecture, culture, and bibliographical treasures. Its vivid descriptions provide insights into the places Dibdin visits, capturing both the picturesque beauty of the landscapes and the intricacies of local life.  The beginning of this tour recounts the author's arrival in Dieppe, where he describes the atmosphere of the port town, the tumult of arriving in a foreign land, and his first impressions of the scenery and local customs. Dibdin notably details the picturesque aspects of Dieppe, observing local fisheries and street life, which he finds both vibrant and amusing. He reflects on the differences between social behaviors in England and France, all while maintaining a sense of curiosity and enthusiasm for the antiquities he hopes to uncover on his journey. With an engaging narrative style, the opening sets the stage for further explorations of towns steeped in history and culture. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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ER  -