Project Gutenberg 2012-10-23 Public domain in the USA. 567 Beckford, William 1760 1844 Marlow, Harriet, Lady Jenks, Jacquetta Agneta Mariana Beckford, John Italy; with sketches of Spain and Portugal Produced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from scanned images of public domain material from the Google Print project.) "Italy; with Sketches of Spain and Portugal" by William Beckford is a travel narrative written during the early 19th century. The book chronicles Beckford's journey through Italy, Spain, and Portugal, infused with rich personal reflections and historical observations. The author's evocative descriptions aim to transport readers through the picturesque landscapes, cultural marvels, and notable historical contexts of these regions, while also sharing his encounters with local characters and their vibrant lifestyles. The opening of the narrative sets the stage for Beckford's explorations, beginning with his reflections on the contrast between the bustling life in London and the tranquil existence found in the Low Countries. He paints a vivid picture of his arrival in Ostend and his experiences in Ghent and Antwerp, where he seeks moments of peace amidst the chaos. With humor and a poetic lens, Beckford expresses a longing for the calmness of Italy, contrasting it with the disturbances of urban life. His observations extend to the art and architecture he encounters, showcasing his keen appreciation for beauty, local customs, and the philosophical musings that accompany travel. The text hints at a deeper philosophical introspection, suggesting that the journey is as much about the landscapes he traverses as it is about the reflections spurred by those experiences. (This is an automatically generated summary.) file:///public/vhost/g/gutenberg/html/files/41150/41150-h/images/cover.jpg Reading ease score: 64.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. en Spain -- Description and travel Italy -- Description and travel Portugal -- Description and travel DG DP Text Category: Travel Writing 913232 2025-08-16T15:19:36.667485 text/html 912873 2024-10-23T11:42:16 text/html 438297 2025-08-16T15:19:47.132380 application/epub+zip 459795 2025-08-16T15:19:38.686456 application/epub+zip 425048 2025-08-16T15:19:37.287446 application/epub+zip 712430 2025-08-16T15:19:53.878351 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 663458 2025-08-16T15:19:46.535425 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 628234 2022-09-18T19:03:51.845299 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 839466 2025-08-16T15:19:35.475455 text/plain; charset=us-ascii 839347 2012-10-23T09:31:32 text/plain; charset=us-ascii 17211 2025-08-16T15:19:54.020341 application/rdf+xml 16252 2025-08-16T15:19:38.172413 image/jpeg 3379 2025-08-16T15:19:38.117424 image/jpeg 422738 2025-08-16T15:19:36.737434 application/octet-stream application/zip Archives containing the RDF files for *all* our books can be downloaded at https://book.klll.cc/wiki/Gutenberg:Feeds#The_Complete_Project_Gutenberg_Catalog en.wikipedia