| Author |
Twain, Mark, 1835-1910 |
| Title |
The Innocents Abroad — Volume 01
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 65.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by David Widger
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| Summary |
"The Innocents Abroad — Volume 01" by Mark Twain is a travel narrative written during the mid-19th century. This book chronicles Twain's experiences as part of an ambitious excursion to Europe and the Holy Land, providing readers with a humorous and satirical lens on the cultures and landmarks of different countries. The narrative likely explores not only the landscapes and historical sites but also the people and peculiarities that Twain encounters along the way. The opening of the narrative sets the stage for Twain's grand adventure, detailing the immense excitement surrounding the excursion that had captivated the American public. Twain introduces readers to the participants and the excitement that swells as the excursionists prepare for their voyage aboard the steamship "Quaker City". As he captures the essence of their mission and the preparations involved, we also meet characters like Mr. Blucher, who exemplifies the naive enthusiasm of travelers embarking on a journey filled with both anticipation and unexpected challenges. The humorous tone permeates the text, hinting at the adventures, misadventures, and observations that are sure to unfold as the travelers navigate the complexities of their journey. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
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| Subject |
Middle East -- Description and travel
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| Subject |
Voyages and travels
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| Subject |
Europe -- Description and travel
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
5688 |
| Release Date |
Jun 22, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Oct 11, 2022 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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