European Travel Writings (Three-Volume Set)
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: Henry James
Binding: Hardback
Published: Barrie & Jenkins; Sidgwick & Jackson , 1987
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
This elegant collection of travel writing presents Henry James’s vivid impressions of Europe, chronicling his journeys through England, Italy, and France with the precision of a master observer. The works detail landscapes, cities, and cultural life, illustrating the interplay between history, architecture, and daily experience. James uncovers the character of each nation through its streets, monuments, and people, presenting a narrative that blends personal reflection with acute social commentary. He argues for the enduring power of place in shaping memory and imagination, while instructing the reader in the art of attentive travel. As a set, these volumes command respect as both literary achievements and cultural documents, offering a refined portrait of Europe at the turn of the century.
Author: Henry James
Binding: Hardback
Published: Barrie & Jenkins; Sidgwick & Jackson , 1987
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
This elegant collection of travel writing presents Henry James’s vivid impressions of Europe, chronicling his journeys through England, Italy, and France with the precision of a master observer. The works detail landscapes, cities, and cultural life, illustrating the interplay between history, architecture, and daily experience. James uncovers the character of each nation through its streets, monuments, and people, presenting a narrative that blends personal reflection with acute social commentary. He argues for the enduring power of place in shaping memory and imagination, while instructing the reader in the art of attentive travel. As a set, these volumes command respect as both literary achievements and cultural documents, offering a refined portrait of Europe at the turn of the century.