A Tour to the River Saguenay, in Lower Canada (eBook)

Enriched edition. Exploring the Enchanting Landscapes of Lower Canada

Charles Lanman (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2019
165 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
406-406617005-9 (EAN)

Infos

In "A Tour to the River Saguenay, in Lower Canada," Charles Lanman presents a vivid and richly detailed account of his travels through the enchanting landscapes of Quebec. The book features a blend of personal narrative, descriptive prose, and historical commentary, reflecting the Romantic literary style prevalent in the 19th century. Lanman meticulously captures the sublime beauty of the Saguenay River region, interweaving his own experiences with observations on the local culture, the natural environment, and the historical significance of the area. His eloquent descriptions and vivid imagery immerse the reader in the vibrant scenery and the unique atmosphere of Lower Canada, serving both as a travelogue and a work of artful literature. Lanman, not only a traveler but also a noted author and journalist of his time, was driven by an insatiable curiosity and passion for exploration. His background as an accomplished writer and his engagement with nature inspired him to set forth on journeys that blended personal adventure with the desire to share the beauty of untouched landscapes with a wider audience. Through his travels, he sought to connect readers with the emotional and sensory experiences of the places he visited. I highly recommend "A Tour to the River Saguenay" to those who appreciate immersive travel literature, as well as to scholars interested in the interplay of nature and culture in 19th-century writing. Lanman's insights and lyrical prose provide a timeless exploration of both the physical and emotional landscapes of Canada, making this work a significant contribution to American travel literature.

In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 19.5.2021
• Einführung: Ivy Callahan
• Mitarbeit: Kommentare: Ivy Callahan
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Natur / Technik ► Natur / Ökologie
• Themenwelt: Reiseführer ► Nord- / Mittelamerika ► Kanada
• Schlagworte: 19th century exploration • Adirondack Mountains • Canada • Canadian landscapes • Canadian literature • Charles Lanman • Cultural reflections • Description and travel • exploration narrative • Fishing • Historical Travelogue • Historical travel writing • literary journeys • Lower Canada scenery • lyrical nature descriptions • Maine • Nature travelogue • Nature writing • New York • North America • N.Y. • outdoor adventure • poetic prose narrative • Québec • Quebec Literature • River Saguenay • Saguenay River Valley • scenic river journey • State • Travel narrative essays • Travel writing