02202cam a22003253u 450000100060000000300070000600500170001300600020003000700050003200800410003701000130007804000110009104100170010205000060011910000500012524500380017526400510021330000470026433600260031133700260033733800360036350000310039950800260043052012300045653400450168665300480173165300370177985600430181699900170185922115UtSlPG20260610133517.0mcr n260607r2007||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d  a09027121  aUtSlPG 7aen2iso639-1 4aD1 aBayne, Samuel G.q(Samuel Gamble),d1844-192412aA Fantasy of Mediterranean Travel 1aSalt Lake City, UT :bProject Gutenberg,c2007  a1 online resource :bmultiple file formats  atextbtxt2rdacontent  acomputerbc2rdamedia  aonline resourcebcr2rdacarrier  aRelease date is 2007-07-22  aProduced by Al Haines  a"A Fantasy of Mediterranean Travel" by Samuel G. Bayne is a travel narrative written in the early 20th century. This work recounts a voyage aboard the ship "King of Cork" as it embarks on a leisurely cruise through the Mediterranean, visiting various enchanting locations. The author vividly captures the experiences of quirky passengers and describes fascinating landscapes, cultures, and historical sites, showcasing the charm and eccentricities of Mediterranean travel.  The opening portion introduces the setting and atmosphere aboard the steamer, where a diverse assembly of characters is introduced, each with their own peculiarities. Bayne sets the tone with a blend of humor and keen observation, detailing the ship's departure from New York, the nature of the passengers—which include an assortment of oddballs and types reminiscent of a Dickensian novel—and an amusing anecdote about the ship's adventures. With its lighthearted and witty narrative style, the text promises an engaging journey filled with personal experiences and lively interactions among travelers, making it a delightful read for those interested in travel stories infused with humor and charm.  (This is an automatically generated summary.)  nOriginal publication data not identified  aMediterranean Sea -- Description and travel  aOrient -- Description and travel40uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/22115  c63259d63259