Jenkkejä maailmalla I : Heidän toivioretkensä Pyhälle Maalle

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Twain, Mark, 1835-1910

Contributor:

Inha, Into Konrad, 1865-1930

Language:

Finnish

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Jenkkejä maailmalla I" by Mark Twain is a travel narrative written in the early 20th century. The book presents an amusing account of a group of American travelers embarking on a journey to Europe and the Holy Land, showcasing their preparations, expectations, and the adventures they face along the way. Twain's characteristic wit and humor provide a lively commentary on society and culture during this period. The opening of the book sets the stage for what promises to be a humorous and entertaining journey. It begins with the narrator discussing the great excitement surrounding a unique excursion planned to Europe and the Holy Land. The elaborate itinerary outlines adventures on a luxurious steamship, engaging with diverse cultures, and even encounters with notable personalities. Additionally, the challenges of organizing such a trip and the eclectic mix of characters in the travel party are introduced, promising an exploration of both the picturesque and the farcical aspects of travel during Twain's time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

E-text prepared by Juhani Kärkkäinen and Tapio Riikonen

Notes:

Reading ease score: 29.4 (College graduate level). Very difficult to read.

Part 1 of a translation of The Innocents Abroad.

Release date is 2015-03-05