| Author |
Vilbort, J. (Joseph), 1829-1911 |
| Title |
En Kabylie: Voyage d'une Parisienne au Djurjura
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 78.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Aaron Bull
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| Summary |
"En Kabylie: Voyage d'une Parisienne au Djurjura" by J. Vilbort is a travel narrative written in the late 19th century. The book recounts the journey of a Parisian woman, Madame Elvire, who embarks on an adventurous expedition into the Kabylie region of Algeria, amidst rising tensions and warnings of danger from friends in Algeria. The narrative intertwines themes of cultural encounters, personal courage, and the exotic allure of the landscape. The opening of the narrative introduces us to the characters and the backdrop for their adventure. Madame Elvire's decision to travel is met with concern from her friends, who warn her of the dangers posed by the mountainous terrain and the local populations. Accompanied by her husband and a few brave companions, Elvire exhibits a resolute spirit despite the ominous warnings. As they depart from the vibrant city of Algiers, their excited anticipation contrasts starkly with the challenges they may face in the Kabylie region, setting the stage for a journey filled with both beauty and peril. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
French |
| LoC Class |
DT: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Africa
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| Subject |
Kabylia (Algeria) -- Description and travel
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
15434 |
| Release Date |
Mar 21, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 14, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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