After Waterloo: Reminiscences of European Travel 1815-1819 (eBook)

Journey Through Post-Napoleonic Europe: A Travelogue of 19th Century Society and Landscapes

William Edward Frye (Autor)

Salomon Reinach (Herausgeber)

eBook Download: EPUB

2019
423 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
406-406624494-1 (EAN)

Infos

In "After Waterloo: Reminiscences of European Travel 1815-1819," William Edward Frye immerses readers in a vivid tapestry of post-Napoleonic Europe through his insightful reflections and detailed observations. Frye's literary style marries a keen eye for detail with an engaging narrative voice, using descriptive language to transport audiences into the cultural, political, and social landscapes of the time. Set against the backdrop of a continent still reeling from the upheaval of war, Frye's chronicles serve as both travel memoir and historical document, revealing the complexities of its societies during a pivotal period of reconstruction and change. William Edward Frye, an astute observer and scholar, was profoundly influenced by the tumultuous events of his era. His extensive travels across Europe, following the historic Battle of Waterloo, provided him with an unparalleled vantage point to understand the evolving dynamics of European societies. Frye's background and interests in literature, history, and politics converge in this work, allowing him to reflect critically on the ramifications of war and peace. I highly recommend "After Waterloo" to readers interested in the intersections of travel writing and history, as it offers a rare glimpse into the resilience of European culture in the aftermath of conflict. Frye's eloquent prose and perceptive insights make this book an essential read for anyone wishing to understand the early 19th century in all its complexity.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 9.12.2019
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► Regional- / Landesgeschichte
• Themenwelt: Reisen ► Reiseführer
• Schlagworte: 19th Century Europe • 19th-century reminiscences • british authors • Description and travel • elegant prose writing • Europe • European cultural observations • European History • European Landmarks • European society insights • European travel • historical journey • historical memoirs 1815 • History General • landscape descriptions travel • literary travelogue • napoleonic wars • personal reflections history • political realignment era • post-Napoleonic travel • social dynamics Europe • Travel Literature • Travel Memoir