Oliver Optic

Broschiertes Buch

Palace And Cottage Or Young America In France And Switzerland

A Story Of Travel And Adventure (1869)

Beschreibung

Palace and Cottage or Young America in France and Switzerland: A Story of Travel and Adventure is a novel by Oliver Optic published in 1869. The book follows the travels of a group of young Americans as they journey through France and Switzerland. The main characters are Harry and Archie, two cousins who are on a tour of Europe with their family. Along the way, they meet a variety of interesting characters, including a French nobleman and his daughter, a Swiss guide, and a group of American tourists. The story is full of adventure, as the group encounters dangerous situations such as avalanches and bandits. The book also provides a glimpse into the culture and customs of France and Switzerland during the mid-19th century. Palace and Cottage is a classic travelogue that will appeal to readers who enjoy adventure stories and historical fiction.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Autor

William Taylor Adams, better known by his pseudonym Oliver Optic, was an American author, educator, and politician. Born on July 30, 1822, in Medway, Massachusetts, Adams made significant contributions to children's literature, particularly with his popular series of novels under the pen name Oliver Optic. His works, including All Aboard (1855) and The Casket of Diamonds (1892), often focused on themes of adventure, moral lessons, and the development of character, making them popular among young readers during the 19th century. In addition to his writing career, Adams was an active member of the Massachusetts House of Representatives, serving from 1869 to 1870. His background in education and his interest in promoting moral and intellectual development in young people influenced much of his writing, which emphasized discipline, perseverance, and the importance of education. Adams continued to write prolifically throughout his life, contributing works such as Shamrock and Thistle and Our Standard-Bearer that explored themes of loyalty and patriotism. He passed away on March 27, 1897.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 360
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. Oktober 2008
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 229mm x 152mm x 19mm
• Gewicht: 522g
• ISBN-13: 9781437127713
• ISBN-10: 1437127711
• Artikelnr.: 25520697