| Author |
Lucas, E. V. (Edward Verrall), 1868-1938 |
| Illustrator |
Marshall, Herbert, R. W. S., 1841-1913 |
| Title |
A Wanderer in Holland
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 65.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Juliet Sutherland, Jeroen Hellingman and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team.
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| Summary |
"A Wanderer in Holland" by E.V. Lucas is a travelogue written in the early 20th century that explores the author's personal impressions of the Dutch landscape and culture through his experiences during three visits to the country. The narrative focuses on various Dutch cities and towns such as Rotterdam, Dordrecht, Delft, and Amsterdam, intertwining observations of local life, historical context, and notable artworks. The opening of the book introduces the reader to Rotterdam, revealing it as a bustling port city filled with commerce but lacking charm. Lucas describes his journey to the city, which is marked by the contrasts of the Dutch scenery, including canals, shipping traffic, and vibrant local life encapsulating Holland's essence. He reflects on the challenges of growing accustomed to the urban atmosphere of Rotterdam, sharing tales of his encounters with the people and local customs. The author captures the juxtaposition of admiration and critique for each place he visits, setting the stage for an intimate and insightful travel narrative filled with anecdotes and observations related to Dutch life, art, and culture. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
DJ: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Netherlands
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| Subject |
Netherlands -- Description and travel
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| Subject |
Art, Dutch
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
14951 |
| Release Date |
Feb 7, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 19, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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