Voyage à l'Ile-de-France (2/2) by Bernardin de Saint-Pierre
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| Author | Saint-Pierre, Bernardin de, 1737-1814 |
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| Title | Voyage à l'Ile-de-France (2/2) |
| Note | Reading ease score: 77.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Voyage à l'Ile-de-France (2/2)" by Bernardin de Saint-Pierre is a travel narrative written in the early 19th century. This work recounts the author's journey to the Isle of France (now Mauritius) and the surrounding territories, particularly detailing his experiences and observations upon arriving at Cape of Good Hope. The text explores themes of nature, culture, and the author’s personal reflections on the places he visits. The opening portion of this narrative begins with the departure from Bourbon Island and provides a vivid description of the voyage to Cape Town amidst storms and challenging sea conditions. The journey reflects the struggles of sea travel during this period, highlighting the ship's encounters with rough weather and the subsequent arrival at the Cape, described with admiration for its unique landscapes, including Table Mountain. Upon reaching the Cape, the author shares his feelings of curiosity and apprehension about navigating a new land, alongside glimpses of the indigenous wildlife and the welcoming environment that surrounds him, setting the tone for his exploration of the region's culture and natural beauty. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | DT: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Africa |
| Subject | Mauritius -- Description and travel -- Early works to 1800 |
| Subject | Réunion -- Description and travel -- Early works to 1800 |
| Subject | Cape of Good Hope (South Africa) -- Description and travel -- Early works to 1800 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 63920 |
| Release Date | Nov 29, 2020 |
| Most Recently Updated | Nov 30, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 65 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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