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A sharp parody of 19th-century tourism, this travel narrative captures Mark Twain's observations from his 1867 voyage across Europe, Egypt, and the Holy Land. Through a blend of humor and keen insight, Twain critiques tourists who rely on travel books, contrasting serious and comical reflections on foreign cultures. His writing showcases a mix of styles, drawing from both regional storytelling and contemporary humorists. Celebrated for its wit and vivid descriptions, this work is often hailed as one of the finest travelogues ever penned.
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The Innocents Abroad, Mark Twain
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- Released
- 2022
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- Title
- The Innocents Abroad
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Mark Twain
- Publisher
- DOUBLE 9 BOOKSLLP
- Released
- 2022
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 506
- ISBN13
- 9789357274807
- Category
- Fiction
- Description
- A sharp parody of 19th-century tourism, this travel narrative captures Mark Twain's observations from his 1867 voyage across Europe, Egypt, and the Holy Land. Through a blend of humor and keen insight, Twain critiques tourists who rely on travel books, contrasting serious and comical reflections on foreign cultures. His writing showcases a mix of styles, drawing from both regional storytelling and contemporary humorists. Celebrated for its wit and vivid descriptions, this work is often hailed as one of the finest travelogues ever penned.