Roaming Through the West Indies by Harry Alverson Franck
"Roaming Through the West Indies" by Harry A. Franck is a travelogue written in the early 20th century. The narrative recounts the author's journey through the West Indies with his wife, showcasing various islands and capturing the colorful culture, landscapes, and experiences of the Caribbean. Unlike many travel narratives, Franck emphasizes a sense of personal liberty in his travels, offering a leisurely exploration rather than a rigid itinerary aimed at the armchairtraveler. The beginning of the book sets the tone for this personal exploration, as the author reflects on his decision to journey overland to the West Indies rather than follow the typical sea routes. He shares his thoughts on the beauty of changing landscapes while traveling southward and paints vivid descriptions of the cultural differences encountered in the southern United States. Franck's observations touch on social structures, race relations, and the natural beauty of the regions he passes through, blending humor with insightful commentary, setting the stage for his adventures through the Caribbean islands. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Franck, Harry Alverson, 1881-1962 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 20017981 |
| Title | Roaming Through the West Indies |
| Note | Illustrated with photographs by the author. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 61.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Richard Tonsing and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | F1601: History of the Americas: West Indies |
| Subject | West Indies -- Description and travel |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 58289 |
| Release Date | Nov 17, 2018 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 386 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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