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100 1 _aNorway, Arthur H.
_q(Arthur Hamilton),
_d1859-1938
245 1 0 _aNaples, Past and Present
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2012
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2012-03-11
508 _aProduced by Melissa McDaniel and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
520 _a"Naples, Past and Present" by Arthur H. Norway is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The work serves as both a travel narrative and a reflective exploration of Naples, focusing on its ancient history, cultural significance, and the beauty of its surroundings. The book combines vivid descriptions of the landscape with historical anecdotes, presenting a tapestry of knowledge about the city through time. At the start of the narrative, the author recounts his arrival at Naples by sea on a spring morning, describing the stunning panorama as he approaches the Bay of Naples. He reflects on the mythical and historical significance of the region, referencing the sirens, ancient mariners, and the treasures of the past that have shaped Naples. As he sights the island of Ischia and recalls tales from classical literature, Norway sets the tone for a journey that will intertwine the physical beauty of Naples with its rich historical heritage. The opening chapter establishes a sense of wonder and curiosity, inviting readers to explore both the picturesque and the tragic elements of this ancient city. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aNaples (Italy) -- Description and travel
700 1 _aGreiffenhagen, Maurice,
_d1862-1931
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/39100
999 _c79939
_d79939