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100 1 _aGerard, E.
_q(Emily),
_d1849-1905
245 1 4 _aThe Land Beyond the Forest: Facts, Figures, and Fancies from Transylvania
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2018
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2018-05-16
508 _aProduced by Susan Skinner and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by Cornell University Digital Collections)
520 _a"The Land Beyond the Forest: Facts, Figures, and Fancies from Transylvania" by E. Gerard is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book offers insights into the geography, culture, and folk traditions of Transylvania, reflecting the author's personal experiences and observations during her time in the region as the wife of a military officer. It delves into the social dynamics of the diverse ethnic groups inhabiting Transylvania, particularly focusing on the unique Saxon culture and its historical significance. At the start of the work, the author shares her sentiments upon leaving Transylvania after a two-year residence, comparing her experience to that of Robinson Crusoe returning from a desert island. The narrative conveys a deep appreciation for the region's wild beauty and the peculiar charm of its inhabitants, alongside a contemplation of the changes brought about by modernity and industrialization. The opening sets the tone for a reflective exploration of the land, hinting at the themes of nostalgia, cultural heritage, and the gradual loss of the old-world allure that defines Transylvania. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aTransylvania (Romania) -- Description and travel
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/57168
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