The Motor Routes of France by Gordon Home

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Author Home, Gordon, 1878-1969
Title The Motor Routes of France
To the Châteaux of Touraine, Biarritz, the Pyrenees, the Riviera, & the Rhone Valley
Note Reading ease score: 67.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary "The Motor Routes of France" by Gordon Home is a travel guide written in the early 20th century. This guide offers detailed insights aimed specifically at motorists touring through France, highlighting various scenic routes, châteaux, and notable places across regions such as Touraine, Biarritz, the Pyrenees, and the Riviera. Its practical focus serves both as a navigational aid and a cultural commentary, making it an appealing read for those interested in road travel and French history. The opening of the guide establishes the allure of motor touring in France, emphasizing its suitability for the new era of automobile travel. Home notes the impressive variety of landscapes—from wheat plains to mountainous regions—while preparing motorists on what to expect. Additionally, there are practical tips for planning and executing road trips, including advice on hotel arrangements and local inquiries. The structure of the book is outlined in the content section, hinting at detailed itineraries and highlights from significant journeys that readers can take through this diverse and historic country. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class DC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco
LoC Class GV: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation: Recreation, Leisure
Subject France -- Description and travel
Subject Automobile travel -- France -- Guidebooks
Category Text
EBook-No. 57133
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 24, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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