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Title: The Cruise of the Elena; Or, Yachting in the Hebrides
Credits: Transcribed from the 1877 James Clarke & Co. edition by David Price
Summary: "The Cruise of the Elena; Or, Yachting in the Hebrides" by J. Ewing Ritchie is a travel narrative written in the late 19th century. The book chronicles the experiences of the author as he enjoys a yachting adventure through the picturesque Hebrides in Scotland aboard the yacht named Elena. Ritchie's prose reflects his personal reflections on the journey, the captivating scenery, and the vibrant local culture he encounters along the way. The opening of the narrative sets the stage for an evocative journey, beginning with the author's excitement to escape the heat of London for a cruise in the cooler climates of the Scottish islands. He describes his train journey from the bustling city to the serene landscapes of Greenock, offering vivid imagery of the Scotland he yearns to explore. Upon boarding the yacht, Ritchie introduces us to the camaraderie of fellow travelers and the beauty of the coast that unfolds as they set sail. The atmosphere is rich with anticipation and a love for nature as the author engages with the sights, history, and local characters he meets, hinting at a deep appreciation for Scotland's maritime culture and its storied past. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 73.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Author: Ritchie, J. Ewing (James Ewing), 1820-1898
EBook No.: 32858
Published: Jun 17, 2010
Downloads: 152
Language: English
Subject: Yachting
Subject: Hebrides (Scotland) -- Description and travel
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: The Cruise of the Elena; Or, Yachting in the Hebrides
Credits: Transcribed from the 1877 James Clarke & Co. edition by David Price
Summary: "The Cruise of the Elena; Or, Yachting in the Hebrides" by J. Ewing Ritchie is a travel narrative written in the late 19th century. The book chronicles the experiences of the author as he enjoys a yachting adventure through the picturesque Hebrides in Scotland aboard the yacht named Elena. Ritchie's prose reflects his personal reflections on the journey, the captivating scenery, and the vibrant local culture he encounters along the way. The opening of the narrative sets the stage for an evocative journey, beginning with the author's excitement to escape the heat of London for a cruise in the cooler climates of the Scottish islands. He describes his train journey from the bustling city to the serene landscapes of Greenock, offering vivid imagery of the Scotland he yearns to explore. Upon boarding the yacht, Ritchie introduces us to the camaraderie of fellow travelers and the beauty of the coast that unfolds as they set sail. The atmosphere is rich with anticipation and a love for nature as the author engages with the sights, history, and local characters he meets, hinting at a deep appreciation for Scotland's maritime culture and its storied past. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 73.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Author: Ritchie, J. Ewing (James Ewing), 1820-1898
EBook No.: 32858
Published: Jun 17, 2010
Downloads: 152
Language: English
Subject: Yachting
Subject: Hebrides (Scotland) -- Description and travel
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.