| Author |
Twain, Mark, 1835-1910 |
| Title |
The Innocents Abroad — Volume 03
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 67.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by David Widger
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| Summary |
"Innocents Abroad — Volume 03" by Mark Twain is a travelogue written in the mid-19th century that chronicles Twain's experiences and observations as he journeyed through Europe, particularly Italy. The book reflects Twain's sharp wit and keen commentary on the cultural and social differences he encounters, presenting a humorous yet critical view of European customs and heritage as seen through the eyes of an American. The opening of the narrative finds Twain and his companions traveling by steamship through the picturesque regions of Italy, offering vivid descriptions of the landscapes and the peculiarities of the local people. As they journey to Bergamo, Twain humorously recounts an encounter with an eccentric driver and his odd habits, providing a light-hearted glimpse into the quirks of Italian life. He continues to elaborate on the customs and sights throughout Italy, weaving in observations about the stagnation, superstition, and degraded happiness of the locals, all while maintaining his signature satirical tone. Twain's reflections on historical castles and statues serve as both a humorous and insightful critique of the romantic idealism often associated with European heritage. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
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| Subject |
Middle East -- Description and travel
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| Subject |
Voyages and travels
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| Subject |
Europe -- Description and travel
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
5690 |
| Release Date |
Jun 22, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 29, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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