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100	1		_aChambers, William, _d1800-1883
245	1	0	_aWintering at Mentone
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2020
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
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337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2020-06-16
508			_aProduced by KD Weeks, Susan Skinner and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
520			_a"Wintering at Mentone" by William Chambers is a travel narrative written in the late 19th century. The book discusses the author's experiences and observations while seeking a restorative climate in Mentone, a small town on the French Riviera, specifically during the winter months. A central theme of the work is the importance of climate, particularly for those with health conditions, as well as the social and geographical features that make Mentone a popular winter residence. The opening of the text sets the stage for Chambers's exploration of Mentone. He recounts his own health struggles as a former Lord Provost of Edinburgh, which prompted his seeking of a milder climate. The narrative reflects on the seasonal migrations of not only swallows but also the human tendency to escape harsh winters in search of sunshine and health. Chambers goes on to describe the contrasts between the climate of Britain and Mentone, highlighting the advantages of outdoor exercise in a sunny atmosphere for the older population and those suffering from ailments. His observations blend personal anecdotes with broader commentary on the environment, travel, and health, laying the foundation for a detailed examination of what makes Mentone an appealing winter retreat. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aMenton (France)
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/62410
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