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100 1 _aHawthorne, Nathaniel,
_d1804-1864
245 1 0 _aPassages from the French and Italian Notebooks, Complete
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2005
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2005-04-01
508 _aProduced by Tapio Riikonen and David Widger
520 _a"Passages from the French and Italian Notebooks, Complete" by Nathaniel Hawthorne is a collection of travel writings composed in the mid-19th century. The book captures the author's observations and reflections during his journeys through France and Italy, providing insight into the cultural, architectural, and societal landscapes of the time. Hawthorne's narrative style is rich with detail, offering a glimpse into both his personal experiences and the broader context of European culture as he traverses various locales. The opening of the text introduces readers to Hawthorne's travel from England to France, beginning with the chilly morning as he embarks on his journey to Paris. Descriptions of the dreary weather and the bustling streets of Boulogne set a somber tone, reflecting the author's discomfort and apprehension. As he arrives in Amiens, Hawthorne's detailed account of the cathedral and its contrasting beauty to the harsh surroundings draws attention to his keen eye for architectural details. His reflections incorporate encounters with local customs and challenges in communication while showcasing a mix of curiosity and cultural critique. Overall, the beginning serves as a foundation for his exploration of foreign lands, setting the stage for further musings on the art, architecture, and societal nuances he observes in his travels. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aItaly -- Description and travel
653 _aFrance -- Description and travel
653 _aHawthorne, Nathaniel, 1804-1864 -- Diaries
653 _aHawthorne, Nathaniel, 1804-1864 -- Travel -- France
653 _aHawthorne, Nathaniel, 1804-1864 -- Travel -- Italy
653 _aNovelists, American -- 19th century -- Diaries
653 _aAmericans -- Europe -- History -- 19th century
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/7881
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