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Five Months Abroad: Or Letters From The Ocean And The Land (1851)

Five Months Abroad: Or Letters From The Ocean And The Land (1851)

McFarland, Asa

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ISBN10: 1104128063
ISBN13: 9781104128067
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Mar 4 2009
Pages: 188
Weight: 0.57
Height: 0.40 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Five Months Abroad: Or Letters From The Ocean And The Land is a travelogue written by Asa McFarland and originally published in 1851. The book is a collection of letters written by McFarland to his family and friends during his travels to Europe and the Middle East. The letters provide a vivid and detailed account of his experiences, including his impressions of the people, cultures, and landscapes he encountered.McFarland's journey takes him to England, France, Switzerland, Italy, Greece, Turkey, and Egypt. Along the way, he visits major cities such as London, Paris, Rome, and Athens, as well as smaller towns and villages. He describes the architecture, art, and history of each place he visits, as well as the customs and traditions of the local people.In addition to his travels on land, McFarland also spends time at sea, crossing the Atlantic and Mediterranean oceans. He describes his experiences on board ship, including the challenges of sea sickness and the thrill of encountering whales and other marine life.Throughout the book, McFarland's writing is engaging and descriptive, offering readers a glimpse into the world of travel in the mid-19th century. Five Months Abroad: Or Letters From The Ocean And The Land is a fascinating historical document and a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of travel and tourism.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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