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Doyle, Richard
1824
1883
Kitcat, Dick
Doyle, R. (Richard)
The Foreign Tour of Messrs. Brown, Jones and Robinson
Being the History of What They Saw, and Did, in Belgium, Germany, Switzerland & Italy.
Produced by Louise Hope
"The Foreign Tour of Messrs. Brown, Jones and Robinson" by Richard Doyle is a humorous travelogue and illustrated narrative written during the mid-19th century. The book follows the comedic adventures of three friends as they embark on a foreign tour through various European destinations including Belgium, Germany, Switzerland, and Italy. The narrative employs whimsical illustrations that enhance the storytelling, while the text offers satirical insights into the experiences encountered by the trio, reflecting the challenges and absurdities of travel during that time. The story centers around the characters of Brown, Jones, and Robinson, who each represent different aspects of British society. Their journey begins with a chaotic arrival in Ostend and proceeds through various misadventures, including mishaps with luggage, cultural misunderstandings, encounters with local customs, and comic interludes with other travelers. As they explore landmarks like the Rhine, Cologne Cathedral, and the picturesque landscapes of Italy, the trio's interactions reveal their unique personalities, from Robinson's seriousness to Jones's practicality and Brown's artistic flair. The book culminates in a reflection on the absurdities of travel, with the friends often finding themselves in ludicrous situations that highlight the contrasts between their expectations and the realities they encounter. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 73.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Europe -- Description and travel
Caricatures and cartoons -- Great Britain
English wit and humor, Pictorial
NC
Text
Browsing: Art & Photography
Browsing: Humour
Browsing: Travel & Geography
Category: Humour
Category: Travel Writing
Category: British Literature
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