Cobb, Irvin S. (Irvin Shrewsbury) 1876-1944 creator McCutcheon, John T. (John Tinney) 1870-1949 text utu 2006 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Roughing It De Luxe" by Irvin S. Cobb is a humorous travel narrative written in the early 20th century. The book chronicles a train journey to the Grand Canyon, blended with sharp observations about the eccentric personalities traveling alongside the author and the allure of the American Southwest. Cobb's sharp wit and engaging style provide readers with a lively account of his experiences, particularly the absurdities of modern tourism and the grandeur of the landscapes encountered. At the start of the narrative, the author reflects on the immense challenge of describing the Grand Canyon, stating that most who attempt to do so fail. He introduces a colorful mix of characters traveling in his train car, including a distinguished surgeon, a honeymooning couple, and a nervous corn-doctor, each adding to the traveler's amusement. As they journey, Cobb humorously captures their collective excitement, concerns, and absurdities, leading up to their long-awaited arrival at the awe-inspiring vistas of the Grand Canyon. The beginning sets the tone for a delightful exploration of nature, travel, and the often ridiculous behaviors of tourists. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2006-10-06 Produced by Audrey Longhurst, Melissa Er-Raqabi and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net Original publication data not identified California -- Description and travel American wit and humor Grand Canyon (Ariz.) -- Description and travel F850.5 Original publication data not identified 14011507 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/19479 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/19479 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133444.0 19479