Le Tour du Monde; Ava : Journal des voyages et des voyageurs; 2. sem. 1860

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Various

Contributor:

Charton, Edouard, 1807-1890.

Language:

French

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Le Tour du Monde; Ava" by Various is a travelogue written in the mid-19th century. This collection features accounts from various authors detailing explorations and observations of different regions, with a focus on the kingdom of Ava (present-day Myanmar) among other parts of the world. The text delves into the cultural, geographical, and political intricacies of the areas described, transporting readers to unfamiliar places and historical contexts through vivid storytelling. The opening of the travelogue introduces Captain Henri Yule's journey to the kingdom of Ava, where he and an entourage embark from Rangoon. As the narrative unfolds, Yule describes the natural beauty and rich vegetation along the Irawady River, alongside the cultural encounters with local populations. He provides details about the construction of birman boats, the layout of villages, and the social dynamics he observes. This section sets the stage for a fascinating exploration of Ava, including a glimpse into its historical significance, interactions with local dignitaries, and the ambiance of a land steeped in tradition and colonial intrigue. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Carlo Traverso, Christine P. Travers and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by the Bibliothèque nationale de France (BnF/Gallica) at http://gallica.bnf.fr)

Notes:

Reading ease score: 67.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Release date is 2008-05-07