Rafael in Italy : A geographical reader by McDonald and Dalrymple
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"Rafael in Italy: A Geographical Reader" by Etta Blaisdell McDonald and Julia Dalrymple is a children's literary work written in the early 20th century. The book introduces young readers to Italy through the eyes of Rafael Valla, a 14-year-old boy, as he experiences the culture, sights, and people of various Italian cities alongside an American girl and her mother. The narrative emphasizes the beauty and vibrancy of Italian life, encouraging children to
learn about foreign lands in an engaging manner. At the start of the book, readers are immersed in a captivating depiction of a summer evening in Venice. Rafael, filled with youthful excitement, resolves to join the revelry in the Piazza of St. Mark after spotting a star. His adventure leads him to encounter a kind American officer, from whom he learns about Italy's rich history and begins to contemplate his future as a soldier for his country. The chapter sets a lively tone, showcasing Venice's dazzling nightlife and describing Rafael's aspirations to experience the broader wonders of Italy. Through this opening, the foundation is laid for a journey filled with exploration and cultural discovery. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | McDonald, Etta Blaisdell, 1872-1963 |
|---|---|
| Author | Dalrymple, Julia, 1863-1947 |
| Title | Rafael in Italy : A geographical reader |
| Series Title | Little people everywhere |
| Credits |
Produced by Sankar Viswanathan, Juliet Sutherland, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 78.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Children -- Italy -- Juvenile literature |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 28765 |
| Release Date | May 12, 2009 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 389 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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