Peeps at Many Lands: Corsica

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Young, Ernest, 1869-1952

Contributor:

Norbury, Edwin A. (Edwin Arthur), 1849-1918.

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Peeps at Many Lands: Corsica" by Ernest Young is a travel guidebook written in the early 20th century. This work provides a detailed exploration of the island of Corsica, covering its geography, history, culture, and notable towns. Through the perspective of the author, who appears to be well-acquainted with the region, the reader is introduced to both the stunning natural landscapes and the rich, often tumultuous historical narrative of Corsica. The opening of the book presents a geographical overview of Corsica, describing its mountainous terrain and diverse ecosystems. Young explains how the island's physical characteristics contribute to its beauty and livability, detailing specific areas such as the unhealthy eastern plains and the lush mountains that offer respite during the hot summers. He sets the stage for the subsequent chapters that promise to delve into Corsican history, starting with its ancient settlement patterns and the impact of various invading powers throughout the centuries. The narrative establishes a vivid sense of place while hinting at the complex social dynamics that define the island, thus inviting readers to further explore Corsica's captivating story. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Charlie Howard and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)

Notes:

Reading ease score: 76.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Release date is 2018-03-24