A Pacific Coast Vacation by Mrs. James Edwin Morris
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About this eBook
| Author | Morris, James Edwin, Mrs. |
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| Photographer | Morris, James Edwin |
| LoC No. | 01011936 |
| Title | A Pacific Coast Vacation |
| Note | Reading ease score: 79.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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Produced by Charlene Taylor, Bryan Ness, Craig Kirkwood, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Summary | "A Pacific Coast Vacation" by Mrs. James Edwin Morris is a travelogue written in the early 20th century. The narrative recounts the author's journey to the Pacific Coast, particularly focusing on Alaska and the surrounding regions, as she reflects on the beauty and mythology of the landscapes she encounters. With vivid descriptions and personal anecdotes, the work shares both the charm of the natural scenery and the stories of the indigenous cultures along the way. The opening of the book introduces the author's anticipation for her voyage to Alaska, a place she has long imagined through geography books filled with icebergs and auroras. As she prepares for her journey, she reminisces about childhood wonder and the historic narratives that have shaped her curiosity about the region. The text establishes a thematic blend of personal experience and cultural history, evident as she discusses legends and tales surrounding the places she visits, while also capturing the spirit of adventure that accompanies travel. Overall, the beginning sets the stage for a rich exploration of both the physical and mythical landscapes of the Pacific Coast. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | F850.5: United States local history: Pacific States |
| Subject | Alaska -- Description and travel |
| Subject | Pacific Coast (North America) -- Description and travel |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 63172 |
| Release Date | Sep 10, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 82 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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