Alpine Sketches: Comprised In A Short Tour Through Parts Of Holland, Flanders, France, Savoy, Switzerland And Germany, During The Summer Of 1814 (1814

Alpine Sketches is a travelogue written by George Wilson Bridges, detailing his journey through parts of Holland, Flanders, France, Savoy, Switzerland, and Germany during the summer of 1814. The book is a compilation of sketches and observations made by the author during his travels, and provides a vivid description of the landscapes, people, and cultures he encounters along the way. The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a different region or country, and includes detailed descriptions of the scenery, architecture, and local customs. Bridges also provides insights into the political and social climate of the regions he visits, and offers opinions on various topics such as religion and education. Overall, Alpine Sketches is a fascinating account of a journey through Europe during a time of great change and upheaval, and is sure to be of interest to anyone interested in history, travel, or culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.