Seeing Europe with Famous Authors, Volume 8 Italy, Sicily, and Greece, Part Two By: Francis W. Halsey (1851-1919)
In "Seeing Europe with Famous Authors, Volume 8 Italy, Sicily, and Greece, Part Two," Francis W. Halsey takes readers on a fascinating journey through some of the most iconic destinations in Europe. Through the eyes of famous authors, Halsey offers a unique perspective on the history, culture, and beauty of Italy, Sicily, and Greece. The book is beautifully written and filled with vivid descriptions that transport readers to each location, allowing them to imagine themselves standing in the ancient ruins of Rome or strolling along the shores of Sicily. Halsey's passion for these countries is evident on every page, making it clear that he has a deep appreciation for their rich heritage. One of the things that I appreciated most about this book is the selection of authors that Halsey chose to feature. From classic writers like Mark Twain and Nathaniel Hawthorne to modern voices like Edith Wharton, each author brings a fresh perspective to the places they visited. This diversity of voices adds depth and dimension to the book, giving readers a well-rounded view of the countries they are exploring. Overall, "Seeing Europe with Famous Authors, Volume 8 Italy, Sicily, and Greece, Part Two" is a captivating read that will appeal to anyone with an interest in travel, history, or literature. Halsey's skillful storytelling and wealth of knowledge make this book a valuable addition to any library. First Page: [Illustration: THE PARTHENON] SEEING EUROPE WITH FAMOUS AUTHORS SELECTED AND EDITED WITH INTRODUCTIONS, ETC. BY FRANCIS W. HALSEY Editor of "Great Epochs in American History" Associate Editor of "The World's Famous Orations" and of "The Best of the World's Classics," etc. IN TEN VOLUMES ILLUSTRATED Vol. VIII ITALY, SICILY, AND GREECE PART TWO FUNK & WAGNALLS COMPANY NEW YORK AND LONDON COPYRIGHT, 1914, BY FUNK & WAGNALLS COMPANY [ Printed in the United States of America ] CONTENTS OF VOLUME VIII Italy, Sicily, and Greece Part Two IV. THREE FAMOUS CITIES PAGE IN THE STREETS OF GENOA By Charles Dickens 1 MILAN CATHEDRAL By Hippolyte Adolphe Taine 4 PISA'S FOUR GLORIES By Hippolyte Adolphe Taine 7 THE WALLS AND "SKYSCRAPERS" OF PISA By Janet Ross and Nelly Erichson 11 V. NAPLES AND ITS ENVIRONS IN AND ABOUT NAPLES By Charles Dickens 18 THE TOMB OF VIRGIL By Augustus J. C. Hare 24 TWO ASCENTS OF VESUVIUS By Johann Wolfgang von Goethe 26 ANOTHER ASCENT By Charles Dickens 31 CASTELLAMARE AND SORRENTO By Hippolyte Adolphe Taine 37 CAPRI By Augustus J... Continue reading book >>

Seeing Europe with Famous Authors, Volume 8 Italy, Sicily, and Greece, Part Two By: Francis W. Halsey (1851-1919)

In "Seeing Europe with Famous Authors, Volume 8 Italy, Sicily, and Greece, Part Two," Francis W. Halsey takes readers on a fascinating journey through some of the most iconic destinations in Europe. Through the eyes of famous authors, Halsey offers a unique perspective on the history, culture, and beauty of Italy, Sicily, and Greece.

The book is beautifully written and filled with vivid descriptions that transport readers to each location, allowing them to imagine themselves standing in the ancient ruins of Rome or strolling along the shores of Sicily. Halsey's passion for these countries is evident on every page, making it clear that he has a deep appreciation for their rich heritage.

One of the things that I appreciated most about this book is the selection of authors that Halsey chose to feature. From classic writers like Mark Twain and Nathaniel Hawthorne to modern voices like Edith Wharton, each author brings a fresh perspective to the places they visited. This diversity of voices adds depth and dimension to the book, giving readers a well-rounded view of the countries they are exploring.

Overall, "Seeing Europe with Famous Authors, Volume 8 Italy, Sicily, and Greece, Part Two" is a captivating read that will appeal to anyone with an interest in travel, history, or literature. Halsey's skillful storytelling and wealth of knowledge make this book a valuable addition to any library.

First Page:

[Illustration: THE PARTHENON]

SEEING EUROPE

WITH FAMOUS AUTHORS

SELECTED AND EDITED

WITH INTRODUCTIONS, ETC.

FRANCIS W. HALSEY

Editor of "Great Epochs in American History" Associate Editor of "The World's Famous Orations" and of "The Best of the World's Classics," etc.

IN TEN

VOLUMES

ILLUSTRATED

Vol. VIII

ITALY, SICILY, AND GREECE

PART TWO

FUNK & WAGNALLS COMPANY NEW YORK AND LONDON

CONTENTS OF VOLUME VIII

Italy, Sicily, and Greece Part Two

IV. THREE FAMOUS CITIES

PAGE

IN THE STREETS OF GENOA By Charles Dickens 1

MILAN CATHEDRAL By Hippolyte Adolphe Taine 4

PISA'S FOUR GLORIES By Hippolyte Adolphe Taine 7

THE WALLS AND "SKYSCRAPERS" OF PISA By Janet Ross and Nelly Erichson 11

V. NAPLES AND ITS ENVIRONS

IN AND ABOUT NAPLES By Charles Dickens 18

THE TOMB OF VIRGIL By Augustus J. C. Hare 24

TWO ASCENTS OF VESUVIUS By Johann Wolfgang von Goethe 26

ANOTHER ASCENT By Charles Dickens 31

CASTELLAMARE AND SORRENTO By Hippolyte Adolphe Taine 37

CAPRI By Augustus J... Continue reading book >>

Book sections
Seeing Europe with Famous Authors, Volume 3 France and the Netherlands, Part 1	Seeing Europe with Famous Authors, Volume 2 Great Britain and Ireland, Part 2	Seeing Europe with Famous Authors, Volume 1 Great Britain and Ireland, part 1
Seeing Europe with Famous Authors, Volume 6 Germany, Austria-Hungary and Switzerland, part 2	Seeing Europe with Famous Authors, Volume 4 France and the Netherlands, Part 2	Seeing Europe with Famous Authors, Volume 5 Germany, Austria-Hungary, and Switzerland, Part 1
Seeing Europe with Famous Authors, Volume 7 Italy, Sicily, and Greece (Part One)	Seeing Europe with Famous Authors, Volume 8 Italy, Sicily, and Greece, Part Two

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