| Author |
Taine, Hippolyte, 1828-1893 |
| Illustrator |
Doré, Gustave, 1832-1883 |
| Translator |
Fiske, John Safford, 1837-1907 |
| LoC No. |
04018598
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| Uniform Title |
Voyage aux Pyrénées. English
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| Title |
A Tour Through the Pyrenees
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 74.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by David Widger
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| Summary |
"A Tour Through the Pyrenees" by Hippolyte Taine is a travelogue written in the late 19th century. The work provides a detailed exploration of the Pyrenees region, emphasizing the author’s personal experiences and observations as he journeys through landscapes, towns, and natural wonders, while also delving into the culture and history of the area. At the start of the narrative, Taine introduces himself and the intent behind his journey, describing his travels from Royan to Bordeaux and beyond. He captures the beauty and turbulence of the river scenery with vivid imagery, reflecting on both the joy and the brutality of nature. The opening chapters illustrate his encounters with the environments and people of the regions he visits, showcasing the contrasts between natural landscapes and urban settings, while hinting at historical events and characters tied to the locales, such as the Mayor of Bayonne, Pé de Puyane, who is presented through anecdotes steeped in dramatic action and local lore. Taine’s tone blends admiration for nature’s beauty with a critical lens on humanity’s historical follies, effectively setting the stage for a rich and immersive travel experience. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
DC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco
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| Subject |
Pyrenees -- Description and travel
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
44429 |
| Release Date |
Dec 14, 2013 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Feb 21, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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