The Alps and the Rhine (Classic Reprint): A Series of Sketches - Couverture souple

J. T. Headley

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1332341373 ISBN 13 : 9781332341375

Editeur : Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

This book combines the author's personal travelogue and observations from journeys through the Alps and along the Rhine, where they were inspired by the stunning landscapes to consider the works of man and nature. Traveling from the south, their first encounter with the Alps is of snow-covered peaks, and gradually throughout the book, the narrative delves into regions of glaciers, roaring waterfalls, and plunging ravines. The author reflects on the differences between nature and cultivated lands, the impact of mountains on civilization, and the role of tourism amongst these sights. The author also connects the sights to their wider geographical and historical contexts, including their place in art and writing, and the historical events and local legends surrounding them. This book also examines the infrastructure built to support travel in the region, and the impact tourism has on the valleys and mountains.

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur

In the present work I have not designed to make a book of travels, but give a series of sketches of the Alpine portion of Switzerland, and the scenery along the Rhine. In writing of Switzerland, I have omitted almost altogether notices of the character of the people, except of those occupying the valleys of the A lps. Neither have I spoken of the chief cities and towns of the country, except to make a passing remark. I excluded all such matter, because I wished, if possible, to give a definite idea of the scenery of the A lps. Having an unconquerable desire from my boyhood to see the land of Tell and Winkelried, I had read everything I could lay hold of, that would give me clear conceptions of the wonderful scenery it embraces, yet I found that my imagination had never approached the reality. Hoping to do what others had iled in accomplishing, I confess, was the motive in my attempting these sketches. It always seemed strange to me, that such marked, striking features in natural scenery could fail of being caught and described. Such bold outlines, and such distinct figures, it seemed a mere pastime to reproduce before the eye. And even now, of all the distinct things memory recalls, none appear more clear and definite than the scenes of the A lps. But, notwithstanding all this, I need not add that I am as much dissatisfied with my own efforts as with those of others.
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About the Publisher

Forgotten Books is a publisher of historical writings, such as: Philosophy, Classics, Science, Religion, History, Folklore and Mythology.

Forgotten Books' Classic Reprint Series utilizes the latest technology to regenerate facsimiles of historically important writings. Careful attention has been made to accurately preserve the original format of each page whilst digitally enhancing the aged text.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Forgotten Books
• Date d'édition: 2018
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1332341373
• ISBN 13: 9781332341375
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 154
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