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100	1		_aFranck, Harry Alverson, _d1881-1962
245	1	0	_aFour Months Afoot in Spain
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 2012-07-27
508			_aProduced by Al Haines
520			_a"Four Months Afoot in Spain" by Harry Alverson Franck is a travel narrative written in the early 20th century. The book recounts the author's four-month journey across Spain, primarily on foot, exploring the landscape, culture, and people of the Iberian Peninsula while managing his tight budget of $172. The narrative is steeped in observations, encounters, and the beauty of spontaneous adventures that unfold along the way. The opening of the narration introduces Franck's motivations and preparations for his journey, highlighting his anticipation to escape from the classroom of his professional life. He shares that his goal is not only to explore Spain but also to improve his fluency in Spanish. The narrative begins with his departure from New York City, detailing his steamer journey to Gibraltar in steerage, where he encounters a motley crew of fellow travelers, including Italian immigrants. The tone is imbued with humor and vivid descriptions of the challenges and eccentricities of travel, establishing a sense of camaraderie among those seeking new horizons. Franck's engaging storytelling sets the stage for the adventures that follow, inviting readers to accompany him on this immersive exploration of Spain. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aSpain -- Description and travel
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/40357
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