| Author |
Bryan, William Jennings, 1860-1925 |
| LoC No. |
07015944
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| Title |
The old world and its ways : describing a tour around the world and journeys through Europe
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 53.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
E-text prepared by Suzanne Shell, Julia Neufeld, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http://www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive/American Libraries (https://archive.org/details/americana)
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| Summary |
"The Old World and Its Ways" by William Jennings Bryan is a travelogue written in the early 20th century. In this work, the author recounts his family’s extensive travels around the world, exploring various cultures, landscapes, and historical sites, particularly focusing on destinations in Europe and Asia. The book aims to provide observations of the places visited, reflecting Bryan's educational insights gained during their journey, which he undertook with his wife and children. The beginning of the narrative details the family's journey across the Pacific Ocean aboard the Manchuria, noting both the physical and emotional experiences of ocean travel. Upon arriving in Hawaii, Bryan describes the islands' geography, history, and the unique customs of the local people, emphasizing their hospitality and cultural richness. The chapter discusses the beauty of the landscapes, the significance of the sugar plantations, and the harmony between different racial groups in Hawaii. This opening portion sets the stage for a rich exploration of Bryan's encounters and experiences throughout their global journey. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
G: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation
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| Subject |
Voyages around the world
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
45376 |
| Release Date |
Apr 15, 2014 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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