![]() ![]() This book reveals Mark Twain as a mature writer and is filled with brilliant prose, insightful wit, and Twain’s unerring instinct for the truth. Neglected for years, A Tramp Abroad sparkles with Twain’s shrewd observations and highly opinionated comments on Old World culture and showcases his unparalleled ability to integrate humorous sketches, autobiographical tidbits, and historical anecdotes in a consistently entertaining narrative.Ĭast in the form of a walking tour through Germany, Switzerland, France, Italy, and England, A Tramp Abroad includes among its adventures a voyage by raft down the Neckar and an ascent of Mont Blanc by telescope, as well as the author’s attempts to study art - a wholly imagined activity Twain “authenticated” with his own wonderfully primitive pictures. Instead, he wrote of his walking tour of Europe, describing his impressions of the Black Forest, the Matterhorn, and other attractions. Overloaded with creative ideas, Twain had hoped that the sojourn would spark his creativity enough to bring at least one of the books in his head to fruition. ![]() See images for the condition of this book.īlurb: In April 1878, Mark Twain and his family traveled to Europe. A Tramp Abroad - Classic Illustrated Edition (Kindle Edition) Published November 12th 2014 by Heritage Illustrated Publishing. There is some foxing, corners bumped and showing, Front board is cracking away from spine. This is the 1907 Author's National Edition in stamped red cloth ( to resemble a 3/4 leather binding) with gilted tiles and rules to the spine. Condition: Acceptable: Signs of wear and consistent use. ![]()
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