The letters of Richard Ford, 1797-1858

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Ford, Richard, 1796-1858

Contributor:

Prothero, Rowland E., Baron Ernle (Rowland Edmund), 1851-1937

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"The Letters of Richard Ford, 1797-1858" by Richard Ford is a collection of travel writings and correspondence that provides insights into the author's experiences and observations in 19th-century Spain. Written during the early to mid-19th century, the letters detail Ford's adventures and reflections as he traverses the Iberian Peninsula, capturing the political climate, cultural nuances, and personal anecdotes of life during that era. At the start of the collection, the author introduces himself in a letter to his friend Henry Unwin Addington, revealing his plans to spend winter in Spain due to his wife's health. He reflects on the political unrest of the time, marked by the aftermath of the Napoleonic wars and the challenges faced by travelers. Describing his arrival in Seville, Ford provides vivid descriptions of the city and its inhabitants, while noting the unique customs and social dynamics he encounters. His observations blend humor and keen insight, painting a picturesque and complex portrait of Spanish life and culture as he embarks on various adventures throughout his travels. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net

Notes:

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

Release date is 2019-12-22