TY  - BOOK
AU  - Butterworth,Hezekiah
TI  - Zigzag Journeys in Northern Lands;: The Rhine to the Arctic; A Summer Trip of the Zigzag Club Through Holland, Germany, Denmark, Norway, and Sweden
AV  - PZ 
PY  - 2009///
CY  - Salt Lake City, UT
PB  - Project Gutenberg
KW  - Adventure and adventurers -- Juvenile fiction
KW  - Voyages and travels -- Juvenile fiction
KW  - Clubs -- Juvenile fiction
N1  - Release date is 2009-05-22; Produced by David Garcia, Sam W. and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was
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Kentuckiana Digital Library); Original publication data not identified
N2  - "Zigzag Journeys in Northern Lands" by Hezekiah Butterworth is a travel narrative aimed at young readers, written in the late 19th century. This volume is part of a series designed to engage youth with history through storytelling and exploration of various cultures, focusing this time on Northern Europe, including Germany, Denmark, Norway, and Sweden. The book presents the historical and cultural significance of these regions, intertwining legends and tales from the past to capture the imagination of its audience.  The opening of the narrative introduces readers to the Rhine River, celebrated for its rich history and legendary tales associated with it. Through poetic language, the author emphasizes the river's connection to significant historical figures and events, painting a picture of its enchanting landscapes filled with castles and folklore. The protagonist group, the Zigzag Club, is introduced as they embark on a journey to explore the stories and histories of their chosen regions, starting with an informal study of ghost stories to enhance their understanding of local traditions. With a focus on blending history and imagination, the book sets forth a whimsical adventure through the tales of past conquerors and mythical creatures, aiming to stimulate a love for history and storytelling in young readers. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
UR  - https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/28915
ER  -