| Author |
Stevenson, Robert Louis, 1850-1894 |
| Title |
Edinburgh: Picturesque Notes
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 59.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Note |
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Edinburgh:_Picturesque_Notes
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| Credits |
Transcribed from the 1903 Seeley & Co. Ltd. edition by David Price
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| Summary |
"Edinburgh: Picturesque Notes" by Robert Louis Stevenson is a collection of essays written in the late 19th century. The work serves as a vivid exploration and personal reflection on the city of Edinburgh, as the author muses on its architecture, history, and the interplay between its natural and urban landscapes. Stevenson vividly describes the contrasts between the Old and New Towns and conveys his deep affection for the city's unique character. The opening of the book sets the stage by presenting a poetic landscape of Edinburgh, painted with both admiration and critique. Stevenson portrays the city as "one of the vilest climates under heaven," while simultaneously acknowledging its captivating beauty and peculiar charm. He discusses the significance of key landmarks like Holyrood Palace and recounts the memories embedded in its historical fabric. The narrative also introduces themes of social contrast, with reflections on the lives of the city's citizens against the backdrop of Edinburgh's gothic architecture and rich history, forming an engaging connection between place and people. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
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| Subject |
Edinburgh (Scotland) -- Description and travel
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
382 |
| Release Date |
Dec 1, 1995 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Nov 5, 2010 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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