Essays Of Travel (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162661650)

""Essays of Travel"" is a collection of essays written by the famous Scottish author, Robert Louis Stevenson. The book is a compilation of some of his most compelling travel essays, which were originally published in various magazines and newspapers. The essays cover a wide range of topics, from the author's personal experiences traveling through Europe, to his observations of different cultures and customs. Throughout the book, Stevenson's writing style is engaging and vivid, transporting readers to the places he visited and introducing them to the people he met along the way. He writes about his travels in France, Belgium, Switzerland, and Italy, among other places, and provides insightful commentary on the history and culture of each location. The book is divided into two parts: ""Europe"" and ""Across the Plains."" The first part contains essays about Stevenson's travels in Europe, while the second part focuses on his journey across America. In both sections, the author's wit and humor shine through, making the essays both informative and entertaining. Overall, ""Essays of Travel"" is a must-read for anyone who loves travel writing or is interested in the work of Robert Louis Stevenson. The book provides a fascinating glimpse into the mind of one of the greatest writers of the 19th century, and is sure to inspire readers to explore the world around them.We have come here for the river. And no sooner have we all bathed than we board the two shallops and push off gaily, and go gliding under the trees and gathering a great treasure of water-lilies. Some one sings; some trail their hands in the cool water; some lean over the gunwale to see the image of the tall poplars far below, and the shadow of the boat, with the balanced oars and their own head protruded, glide smoothly over the yellow floor of the stream. At last, the day declining--all silent and happy, and up to the knees in the wet lilies--we punt slowly back again to the landing-place beside the bridge. There is a wish for solitude on all. One hides himself in the arbour with a cigarette; another goes a walk in the country with Cocardon; a third inspects the church. And it is not till dinner is on the table, and the inn's best wine goes round from glass to glass, that we begin to throw off the restraint and fuse once more into a jolly fellowship.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Robert Louis Stevenson
ISBN-10: 1162661658
ISBN-13: 9781162661650
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 148
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.59lbs
Size: 9.25h x 7.50w x 0.32d