02477cam a22003373u 4500 24908 UtSlPG 20260610133554.0 m cr n 260607r2008||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG fr iso639-1 DG G Charton, Édouard, 1807-1890 Le Tour du Monde; Sicile : Journal des voyages et des voyageurs; 2. sem. 1860 Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2008 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2008-03-24 Produced by Carlo Traverso, Christine P. Travers and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by the Bibliothèque nationale de France (BnF/Gallica) at http://gallica.bnf.fr) "Le Tour du Monde; Sicile" by Édouard Charton is a travelogue published in the mid-19th century. This account focuses on the author's insights and experiences during his journey through Sicily, conveying the richness of its landscapes, culture, and historical landmarks. The narrative vividly illustrates the impressions of Sicilian cities, their inhabitants, and notable sites, making it an appealing read for those interested in travel, history, and sociology. At the start of the journey, the author arrives in Palermo, where he captures the city's atmospheric beauty and multifaceted character, influenced by various cultures over the centuries. Descriptions of local customs and daily life, including the vibrant outdoor atmosphere of the Sicilian people, are interwoven with historical reflections on the architecture and significant landmarks, such as churches and palaces. The author then embarks on a land expedition towards Trapani, detailing his encounters with both stunning nature and observations about the Sicilian way of life, setting the stage for further adventures throughout the island. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Geography -- Pictorial works -- Periodicals Voyages and travels -- Periodicals Travelers -- Periodicals Sicily (Italy) -- Description and travel https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/24908 65909 65909