Rollo in Rome by Jacob Abbott
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| Author | Abbott, Jacob, 1803-1879 |
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| Title | Rollo in Rome |
| Note | Reading ease score: 79.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Rollo in Rome" by Jacob Abbott is a children's travel narrative written in the mid-19th century. The story centers around Rollo, a young boy who embarks on an adventure to Rome with his Uncle George, navigating the intricacies of travel by diligence and experiencing the sights and culture of the city. The narrative serves as an educational journey for young readers, introducing them to aspects of Roman society, customs, and geography. At the start of the narrative, Rollo and his uncle are preparing for their journey from Naples to Rome. They discuss the rules and logistics of traveling by diligence, highlighting both the excitement and apprehensions associated with their adventure. The opening scenes establish Rollo's inquisitive nature and readiness to learn as they prepare their baggage and contemplate their route. The narrative skillfully captures the anticipation of travel while providing insights into the historical and cultural elements they will encounter along the way. In essence, the opening portion showcases the essential preparations and initial observations that set the tone for Rollo's explorations in the Eternal City. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Rome (Italy) -- Description and travel |
| Subject | Uncles -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 23430 |
| Release Date | Nov 10, 2007 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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