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Head, Francis Bond, Sir
1793
1875
Head, F. B. (Francis Bond), Sir
Head, Francis Bond, Sir, bart.
Bubbles from the Brunnens of Nassau
By an Old Man.
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"Bubbles from the Brunnens of Nassau" by Sir Francis Bond Head is a collection of light-hearted observations and reflections written in the early 19th century. It explores the author’s journey to the mineral springs in Nassau, serving both as a travel narrative and a commentary on the society he encounters. The book offers an engaging look at the eccentricities of health-seekers in a spa environment, bringing together a wide array of characters and their motives. At the start of the narrative, the author recounts his reluctant journey to Nassau, where he is compelled to partake in health treatments at the local mineral springs. He describes his setting off on a steam boat while observing various passengers and their antics, before finding himself immersed in the hustle and bustle of health-seeking visitors upon his arrival. The opening portion captures the author’s playful and often satirical commentary on the characters he meets and the customs he observes, with a particular focus on the absurdities and quirks of life at a watering place, setting the stage for his reflections on both nature and society. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Reading ease score: 42.4 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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Mineral waters -- Germany -- Nassau (Duchy)
Nassau (Duchy) -- Description and travel
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