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A Week at Leghorn

Howells William Dean
Publication date 27/06/2025
EAN: 9782322570157
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In A Week at Leghorn, William Dean Howells takes readers on an evocative journey through 19th century Italy, blending travel writing with cultural analysis. Originally part of his collection Roman Holidays, and Others, this narrative captures the ess... See full description
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Attribute nameAttribute value
Common books attribute
PublisherBOOKS ON DEMAND
Page Count40
Languageen
AuthorHowells William Dean
FormatPaperback / softback
Product typeBook
Publication date27/06/2025
Weight73 g
Dimensions (thickness x width x height)0.30 x 14.80 x 21.00 cm
Summary
Immersive Italian Travel Memoir 19th-Century Cultural Observations
In A Week at Leghorn, William Dean Howells takes readers on an evocative journey through 19th century Italy, blending travel writing with cultural analysis. Originally part of his collection Roman Holidays, and Others, this narrative captures the essence of Livorno (Leghorn), a bustling Tuscan port city. With his keen eye for detail, Howells vividly portrays the vibrant markets, medieval architecture, and the daily exchanges of sailors, merchants, and locals.Perfect for readers interested in historical memoirs, autobiographical narratives, or cultural studies, A Week at Leghorn offers a nuanced and immersive glimpse into an Italy far removed from romanticized stereotypes.