Itinerary through Corsica by its rail, carriage & forest roads

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Black, C. B. (Charles Bertram), 1822-1906

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Other Title:

Itinerary through Corsica by its rail, carriage and forest roads

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Itinerary through Corsica by its Rail, Carriage & Forest Roads" by C. B. Black is a travel guide written in the late 19th century. The book serves as an informative resource for travelers exploring the picturesque landscapes, towns, and cultural points of interest in Corsica. It likely discusses various routes and itineraries, providing practical insights into travel logistics, local accommodations, and essential landmarks throughout the island. The opening of this travel guide presents an overview of Corsica's geography, population, and notable natural features. It describes the island's mountainous terrain, highlighting its majestic peaks and lush forests, which contribute to its diverse vegetation and unique ecosystems. Black introduces various towns such as Ajaccio, Bastia, and Corté, mentioning key sites including Napoleon's birthplace and various scenic routes that capture the island's breathtaking beauty. This section aims to prepare readers for the journey ahead, tantalizing them with the rich cultural and natural allure of Corsica. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

E-text prepared by Louise Hope, Carlo Traverso, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team (https://www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by the Bibliothèque nationale de France (BnF/Gallica) (http://gallica.bnf.fr/)

Notes:

Reading ease score: 74.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Release date is 2006-11-20