Project Gutenberg
2004-01-01
Public domain in the USA.
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Heffner, George H.
04023117
The Youthful Wanderer
An Account of a Tour through England, France, Belgium, Holland, Germany and the Rhine, Switzerland, Italy, and Egypt, Adapted to the Wants of Young Americans Taking Their First Glimpses at the Old World
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"The Youthful Wanderer" by George H. Heffner is a travel narrative written in the late 19th century. This detailed account chronicles Heffner's journey through various countries in Europe and Egypt, aimed particularly at young Americans eager to explore the Old World for the first time. The book likely serves as both an informative guide and a personal memoir, encompassing a range of experiences, sights, and cultural insights that aim to inspire and prepare readers for their own adventures abroad. At the start of the book, Heffner describes his departure from home, highlighting the emotional farewells from friends and the excitement of embarking on a long-anticipated journey. He emphasizes the ease of transatlantic travel compared to earlier times, encouraging young readers that they can see Europe without needing extensive resources or time. The opening establishes a sense of youthful optimism as Heffner boards the "Manhattan," an old steamer for Liverpool, detailing his experiences aboard, including moments of sea sickness and the joy of spotting land for the first time. This sets the tone for an engaging exploration of the sights, sounds, and cultural contrasts Heffner will encounter in the ensuing chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 64.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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