A Visit to the Holy Land, Egypt, and Italy by Ida Pfeiffer

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Author Pfeiffer, Ida, 1797-1858
Translator Dulcken, H. W. (Henry William), 1832-1894
Title A Visit to the Holy Land, Egypt, and Italy
Note Reading ease score: 65.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits This ebook was prepared by Les Bowler, St. Ives, Dorset
Summary "A Visit to the Holy Land, Egypt, and Italy" by Ida Pfeiffer is a travel narrative written in the mid-19th century. As a pioneering female traveler of her time, Pfeiffer embarks on an ambitious journey to explore regions rich in historical and cultural significance, specifically the Holy Land, Egypt, and Italy, which were traditionally challenging destinations often reserved for men. The book offers insights into her adventures and experiences as she traverses varied landscapes, engages with different cultures, and reflects on the historical contexts of the sites she visits. The opening of the narrative sets the stage for Pfeiffer’s grand adventure, detailing her preparations for the long-cherished journey she begins in 1842 after arranging her domestic affairs. With a strong sense of duty and a desire to confront challenges head-on, she departs from Vienna and recounts her experiences aboard a steamer traveling down the Danube. Various aspects of her journey are highlighted, including the scenery, fellow passengers, and her initial reactions to the places she encounters along the way. The vivid descriptions convey both the beauty and the hardships of travel during this era, and they hint at the extraordinary tales and experiences that await her as she continues her explorations into the Holy Land and beyond. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class DG: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Italy, Vatican City, Malta
LoC Class DS: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia
LoC Class DT: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Africa
Subject Middle East -- Description and travel
Subject Italy -- Description and travel
Subject Egypt -- Description and travel
Category Text
EBook-No. 12561
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 15, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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