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Step into the literary world of Mark Twain with 'On Europe', a fascinating exploration of 19th-century Europe through the eyes of one of America's greatest storytellers. This **brand new paperback** edition features 120 pages filled with Twain's signature wit, vivacity, and humor, making it a must-have for any literature lover or history buff. Published by Hesperus Press on 29-03-2013, this selection captures Twain's keen observations during his travels across France, Germany, Italy, and Switzerland. Discover the nuances of European customs, food, language, and the diverse personalities that Twain encounters along the way. His reflections offer a profound yet entertaining insight into the political zeitgeist of a rapidly changing Europe.
Twain provides a captivating snapshot of late 19th-century life, capturing the blend of awe and disillusionment typical of American travelers facing the rich history and modernity of Europe. His humorous critiques of fellow travel writers add an extra layer of enjoyment to this travelogue, making 'On Europe' an essential addition to your collection. Get ready to laugh as Twain deftly navigates through the bustling streets of Paris while insightful commentary provokes thought on timeless themes of identity, culture, and humanity. With this book, everyone from avid readers to casual explorers can find joy in Twain's hilarious and insightful journey.
Order your copy today! We are happy to combine shipping, and rest assured, our **NZ owned business** is located in Auckland. This product is in stock in NZ, ensuring you’ll avoid unexpected import charges, custom duties, or taxes. Experience the brilliance of Mark Twain’s European adventures without the hassle of overseas fees!
CONDITION: Brand New
Pages: 120
Bind: paperback
Author: Mark Twain Publisher: Hesperus Press
Publication Date: 29-03-2013
â€In a little while we were speeding through the streets of Paris and delightfully recognizing certain names and places with which books had long ago made us familiar. It was like meeting an old friend when we read Rue de Rivoli on the street corner; we knew the genuine vast palace of the Louvre as well as we knew its picture; when we passed by the Column of July we needed no one to tell us what it was or to remind us that on its site once stood the grim Bastille, that grave of human hopes and happiness...’
This is a brand new selection of Mark Twain’s views on Europe and the Europeans, taken from several volumes of travelogues recounting his journeys across the continent with wit, vivacity and humour. Few fellow travellers, locals or ideologies are left unscathed. Uproariously funny at times and often cutting with his remarks, Twain always seems to pull it back from the brink and err on the side humour rather than offence. Throughout France, Germany, Italy and Switzerland, the food, the language, the customs and the people, no subject escapes analysis of the most amusing kind.
In addition, On Europe provides a captivating snapshot into life late nineteenth-century Europe – Twain’s writing documents the political zeitgeist of a changing era. The author also takes the opportunity to lambast fellow travel writers, lampooning their overwrought style and grandiose emotional outpourings. Following the age-old tradition of new-world travellers returning to the old world, Twain’s account features the usual blend of awe and disillusionment which met Americans in equal measure when confronted with lands so steeped in history and legend and yet now in the grip of modernity.
We are happy to combine shipping. Smartfox is a NZ owned business located in Auckland. This product is in stock in NZ which means no unexpected import charges, custom duty or tax.
Twain provides a captivating snapshot of late 19th-century life, capturing the blend of awe and disillusionment typical of American travelers facing the rich history and modernity of Europe. His humorous critiques of fellow travel writers add an extra layer of enjoyment to this travelogue, making 'On Europe' an essential addition to your collection. Get ready to laugh as Twain deftly navigates through the bustling streets of Paris while insightful commentary provokes thought on timeless themes of identity, culture, and humanity. With this book, everyone from avid readers to casual explorers can find joy in Twain's hilarious and insightful journey.
Order your copy today! We are happy to combine shipping, and rest assured, our **NZ owned business** is located in Auckland. This product is in stock in NZ, ensuring you’ll avoid unexpected import charges, custom duties, or taxes. Experience the brilliance of Mark Twain’s European adventures without the hassle of overseas fees!
CONDITION: Brand New
Pages: 120
Bind: paperback
Author: Mark Twain Publisher: Hesperus Press
Publication Date: 29-03-2013
â€In a little while we were speeding through the streets of Paris and delightfully recognizing certain names and places with which books had long ago made us familiar. It was like meeting an old friend when we read Rue de Rivoli on the street corner; we knew the genuine vast palace of the Louvre as well as we knew its picture; when we passed by the Column of July we needed no one to tell us what it was or to remind us that on its site once stood the grim Bastille, that grave of human hopes and happiness...’
This is a brand new selection of Mark Twain’s views on Europe and the Europeans, taken from several volumes of travelogues recounting his journeys across the continent with wit, vivacity and humour. Few fellow travellers, locals or ideologies are left unscathed. Uproariously funny at times and often cutting with his remarks, Twain always seems to pull it back from the brink and err on the side humour rather than offence. Throughout France, Germany, Italy and Switzerland, the food, the language, the customs and the people, no subject escapes analysis of the most amusing kind.
In addition, On Europe provides a captivating snapshot into life late nineteenth-century Europe – Twain’s writing documents the political zeitgeist of a changing era. The author also takes the opportunity to lambast fellow travel writers, lampooning their overwrought style and grandiose emotional outpourings. Following the age-old tradition of new-world travellers returning to the old world, Twain’s account features the usual blend of awe and disillusionment which met Americans in equal measure when confronted with lands so steeped in history and legend and yet now in the grip of modernity.
We are happy to combine shipping. Smartfox is a NZ owned business located in Auckland. This product is in stock in NZ which means no unexpected import charges, custom duty or tax.