| Author |
Gautier, Théophile, 1811-1872 |
| Title |
Constantinople
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| Original Publication |
France: Bibliothèque Charpentier, 1891.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 50.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Laurent Vogel 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)
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| Summary |
"Constantinople" by Théophile Gautier is a travel narrative written in the late 19th century. The book explores the author's experiences and observations as he journeys to Constantinople, reflecting on the beauty and allure of the places he visits along the way. With a keen interest in the cultures and landscapes encountered, the narrative is rich with personal reflections and vivid descriptions. The opening of the work introduces the reader to the author's passion for travel, depicting his excitement about arriving in Constantinople while already dreaming of future destinations like Cairo and Egypt. As he embarks on his journey aboard the ship "Léonidas", the narration captures his observations of the changing scenery, from the sunny coasts of Marseille to the vast and mysterious ocean. The prose is light and evocative as Gautier describes the sights and sounds around him, setting a tone of both adventure and introspection, as he contemplates the deeper meanings of travel and the experiences it brings. As the narrative unfolds, readers anticipate a rich exploration of the cultural and historical tapestry of Constantinople through the author's eyes. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
French |
| LoC Class |
DR: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Balkan Peninsula, Turkey
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| Subject |
Istanbul (Turkey) -- Description and travel
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
71059 |
| Release Date |
Jun 27, 2023 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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