| Author |
Bilbrough, E. Ernest |
| Title |
'Twixt France and Spain; Or, A Spring in the Pyrenees
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 66.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
E-text prepared by Carlo Traverso, Lois Gaudard, and Project Gutenberg Distributed Proofreaders. This file was produced from images generously made available by the Bibliothèque nationale de France (BnF/Gallica) at http://gallica.bnf.fr
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| Summary |
"Twixt France and Spain; Or, A Spring in the Pyrenees" by E. Ernest Bilbrough is a guidebook that spans the late 19th century, detailing the beautiful springtime landscapes of the Pyrenees. It highlights various resorts and experiences available in the region, focusing on the popular spa town of Pau and the picturesque villages along the way, while showcasing extraordinary views, leisure activities, and unique cultural insights. The opening of the book introduces Pau, a celebrated winter and spring resort, loved by many English and American visitors. It describes the journey to this charming town, the hospitable accommodations, and the rich historical context of its famous castle and leisure activities, such as tennis, golf, and horse racing. The narrative conveys the vibrancy of life in Pau and sets the tone for the author's journeys through the beautiful Pyrenees, offering both practical information and evocative descriptions of the stunning scenery and local culture. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
DC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco
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| Subject |
Pyrenees -- Description and travel
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
10403 |
| Release Date |
Dec 1, 2003 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 19, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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