Isbn: 9780282976644 - life, writings, and correspondence of george borrow, vol. 2 of 2: derived from official and other authentic sources (classic reprint) (3 résultats)

PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book, written by the author of The Bible in Spain, is a captivating account of the author's early life and adventures in the early 1800s. The narrative begins with the author's memories of his time at a boarding school in Norwich and his contentious relationship with his father, a former army captain. After leaving school, the author embarked on a series of journeys and experiences that took him across England, Ireland, and mainland Europe, where he encountered a diverse cast of characters from tinkers and horse traders to gypsies and scholars. Along the way, the author learns to speak several languages and immerses himself in the cultures of the people he meets. This insightful and entertaining book provides a unique glimpse into the life of an extraordinary individual and sheds light on the social and cultural landscape of the time. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…