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Barzini, Luigi
1874
1947
Borghese, Scipione
1871
1927
Borghese, Scipione Luigi Marcantanio Francesco Rodolfo, prince
Sulmona, Scipione Luigi Marcantanio Francesco Rodolfo, prince of
Van Peking naar Parijs per auto
De Aarde en haar Volken, 1908
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"Van Peking naar Parijs per auto" by Luigi Barzini and Scipione Borghese is an adventurous travel narrative written in the early 20th century. The book recounts the thrilling journey of Prince Scipione Borghese and journalist Luigi Barzini as they attempt to drive from Beijing to Paris, overcoming numerous challenges and exploring diverse landscapes. It highlights the spirit of adventure, perseverance, and the excitement of early automobile travel during an era of exploration and mechanization. The opening of the narrative sets the stage for an ambitious expedition that begins when Barzini receives an urgent call from his newspaper's director, inviting him to participate in the unprecedented automobile race from Peking to Paris. As he prepares for this remarkable journey, Barzini introduces readers to the Prince, a seasoned traveler and adventurer who is determined to succeed in this daunting challenge. The duo gathers alongside several competitors, revealing the complexities of organizing such an adventure, dealing with official permissions, and facing the uncertainties of the uncharted roads ahead. The stage is vividly set for a tale filled with adventure, camaraderie, and the trials of early automotive endeavors. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 68.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Peking to Paris Motor Challenge (1st : 1907)
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De Aarde en haar Volken
Category: Adventure
Category: Travel Writing
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