| Author |
De Amicis, Edmondo, 1846-1908 |
| Title |
Ricordi di Parigi
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 44.8 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Carlo Traverso, Claudio Paganelli and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
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| Summary |
"Ricordi di Parigi" by Edmondo De Amicis is a travel narrative written in the late 19th century. The text recounts the author's experiences and impressions during his return to Paris, exploring both the vibrant life of the city and the social dynamics he observes. Through his eyes, readers encounter the intricate urban landscape, the bustling atmosphere, and the diverse personas that populate this metropolis. At the start of the book, De Amicis reflects on his return to Paris after a previous long stay, setting the scene with his arrival at the train station and initial observations. He describes his feelings of exhilaration and slight apprehension about navigating the vast city, while humorously acknowledging his and his companion's attempts to secure a carriage despite their unassuming appearance. As they travel through the boulevards, the vibrant sights and sounds of Paris come alive, filled with dynamic interactions and colorful characters. The narrative captures the contrasting sensations of admiration and introspection as they delve into the hustle and bustle of this iconic city. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Italian |
| LoC Class |
DC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco
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| Subject |
Paris (France) -- Description and travel
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| Subject |
Zola, Émile, 1840-1902
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| Subject |
Hugo, Victor, 1802-1885
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
17853 |
| Release Date |
Feb 24, 2006 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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