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Pöllnitz, Karl Ludwig, Freiherr von
1692
1775
Poellnitz, Carl Ludwig von
Pöllnitz, Charles-Louis, baron de
Von Pöllnitz, Karl Ludwig, Freiherr
Pollnitz, Karl Ludwig, Freiherr von
The Memoirs of Charles-Lewis, Baron de Pollnitz, Volume I
Being the Observations He Made in His Late Travels from Prussia thro' Germany, Italy, France, Flanders, Holland, England, &C. in Letters to His Friend. Discovering Not Only the Present State of the Chief Cities and Towns; but the Characters of the Principal Persons at the Several Courts.
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"The Memoirs of Charles-Lewis, Baron de Pollnitz, Volume I" by Pöllnitz is a historical account written in the early 18th century. The work presents observations made by the author during his extensive travels throughout Europe, including Prussia, Germany, Italy, France, Flanders, Holland, and England. It provides insights into the current state of various cities and towns, as well as the personalities and characters of notable figures in different courts. The opening of the memoirs sets the stage for a detailed journey as the Baron begins his correspondence with a friend from Breslaw to Berlin. He describes his encounters with various towns along the way, providing vivid portrayals of their culture, commerce, and architecture. From Crossen's strategic bridge over the Oder River to the bustling city of Francfort known for its fairs and university, the Baron’s observations blend personal narration and historical anecdotes, offering readers a glimpse into the social and political landscape of Europe during his travels. This portion not only introduces the cities but also hints at the Baron's keen insights into the politeness and hospitality of the people he meets, making it an engaging start to a richly detailed memoir. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 64.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Category: Travel Writing
Category: History - European
Category: History - Early Modern (c. 1450-1750)
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