Abroad with Mark Twain and Eugene Field Tales told by a fellow correspondent
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Produktdetails
Einband
Taschenbuch
Erscheinungsdatum
23.06.2026
Herausgeber
Merle JohnsonVerlag
Alpha EditionSeitenzahl
158
Maße (L/B/H)
22,9/15,2/0,9 cm
Gewicht
240 g
Sprache
Englisch
ISBN
978-93-7459-470-4
Steam curls from the lips of a battered locomotive as it hisses to a stop in a foreign station, and two of America's most singular writers step down into the jostling throng of Europe's boulevards-quick-witted, sharp-eyed, and ready to turn every mishap into a story. From the bustling cafés of Paris to the cobbled streets of Vienna, this travel memoir unfolds in the company of two literary giants, their laughter and rivalry echoing through a continent in flux. The author, himself a seasoned newspaper correspondent, captures not only the unpredictable escapades and humourous travel stories that arise from their partnership, but also the subtle cultural observations that emerge when expatriate experiences collide with nineteenth century journalism. The narrative brims with the energy of a literary travelogue, offering readers a rare glimpse into the private camaraderie and public performances of American writers abroad. Against the backdrop of Victorian era travel, every anecdote is tinged with the wit and irony that defined an age of restless curiosity and ceaseless correspondence. The interplay between the personalities at the heart of these European travels is rendered with a journalist's precision and an insider's warmth, making each episode both intimate and revealing. For those fascinated by historical travel narrative or the world of newspaper correspondents, the book stands as a testament to the enduring appeal of stories shaped by both place and personality. This book was out of print for decades and is now republished by Alpha Editions. It has been restored for today's and future generations. This edition is not just a reprint - it's a collector's item and a cultural treasure, inviting readers and collectors alike to experience the wit, insight, and camaraderie of a vanished era, brought back to life in all its vivid detail.
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