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100 1 _aHalsey, Francis W.
_q(Francis Whiting),
_d1851-1919
245 1 0 _aSeeing Europe with Famous Authors, Volume 4 :
_bFrance and the Netherlands, Part 2
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2004
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
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338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2004-04-01
508 _aE-text prepared by the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team
520 _a"Seeing Europe with Famous Authors, Volume 4" by Francis W. Halsey is a collection of literary travel essays, likely written during the early 20th century. This volume focuses on destinations across France and the Netherlands, featuring notable sites such as cathedrals, chateaux, and various scenic locales. The work compiles narratives and observations from famous authors, illuminating the rich cultural and historical landscapes of Europe through their unique perspectives. The opening of this volume introduces readers to a variety of authors and their essays on French landmarks. It begins with discussions of the Bayeux Cathedral and its famous tapestry, which chronicles the Norman Conquest, followed by H.A. Taine's observations about the Château of Henry IV at Pau, blending descriptions of architecture with historical anecdotes. The narrative then transitions to the stunning châteaux in the Loire Valley, as experienced by authors like Longfellow and Cook, capturing both the beauty of the landscapes and the historical significance of these grand structures. Overall, the beginning establishes a tone of exploration and appreciation for European heritage, inviting readers to immerse themselves in the stories behind these iconic locations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aFrance -- Description and travel
653 _aNetherlands -- Description and travel
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/11898
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