This edition had all images removed.
Title: Voyage aux Pyrénées
Credits: Laurent Vogel, Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries)
Summary: "Voyage aux Pyrénées" by Hippolyte Taine is a travel narrative written in the mid-19th century. The work takes readers on a journey through the picturesque landscapes of the Pyrenees, while also reflecting on Taine's observations and insights. Unlike many adventure-focused travelogues, Taine's account seems to emphasize the beauty of the region and the simplicity of his experiences. The opening portion of the book introduces the narrator's reflections on his recent trip to the Pyrenees, contrasting his mundane journey with the grand narratives often associated with travel writing. Instead of thrilling escapades or heroic feats, Taine recounts the joys of leisurely walks and conversations, revealing his candid approach to travel. Starting with scenic descriptions of nature, such as the beauty of the river and the tranquility of Bordeaux, he sets a contemplative tone. The scenes encapsulate a serene and vivid portrayal of the environments he encounters, punctuated by his musings on personal connections and the passage of time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 74.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Author: Taine, Hippolyte, 1828-1893
EBook No.: 65082
Published: Apr 14, 2021
Downloads: 204
Language: French
Subject: Pyrenees -- Description and travel
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Voyage aux Pyrénées
Credits: Laurent Vogel, Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries)
Summary: "Voyage aux Pyrénées" by Hippolyte Taine is a travel narrative written in the mid-19th century. The work takes readers on a journey through the picturesque landscapes of the Pyrenees, while also reflecting on Taine's observations and insights. Unlike many adventure-focused travelogues, Taine's account seems to emphasize the beauty of the region and the simplicity of his experiences. The opening portion of the book introduces the narrator's reflections on his recent trip to the Pyrenees, contrasting his mundane journey with the grand narratives often associated with travel writing. Instead of thrilling escapades or heroic feats, Taine recounts the joys of leisurely walks and conversations, revealing his candid approach to travel. Starting with scenic descriptions of nature, such as the beauty of the river and the tranquility of Bordeaux, he sets a contemplative tone. The scenes encapsulate a serene and vivid portrayal of the environments he encounters, punctuated by his musings on personal connections and the passage of time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 74.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Author: Taine, Hippolyte, 1828-1893
EBook No.: 65082
Published: Apr 14, 2021
Downloads: 204
Language: French
Subject: Pyrenees -- Description and travel
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.