von Charles Dudley Warner
18,00 €
Baddeck And That Sort Of Thing is a book written by Charles Dudley Warner, an American essayist and novelist. The book is a collection of essays that Warner wrote about his travels to Baddeck, a small town in Nova Scotia, Canada, during the late 1800s. In the book, Warner describes his experiences in Baddeck, including his interactions with the local people, his observations of the town's scenery and wildlife, and his visits to various attractions in the area. He also shares his thoughts on a variety of topics, such as the history of the region, the customs and traditions of the local people, and the challenges of living in a remote and isolated community.Throughout the book, Warner's writing style is witty, humorous, and engaging, making it an enjoyable read for anyone interested in travel writing or Canadian history. Additionally, the book provides a unique glimpse into life in a small Canadian town during the late 1800s, making it a valuable resource for historians and scholars. Overall, Baddeck And That Sort Of Thing is a charming and insightful book that captures the spirit of a bygone era.Give us the quiet of a city on the night before a journey. As we mounted skyward in our hotel, and went to bed in a serene altitude, we congratulated ourselves upon a reposeful night. It began well. But as we sank into the first doze, we were startled by a sudden crash. Was it an earthquake, or another fire? Were the neighboring buildings all tumbling in upon us, or had a bomb fallen into the neighboring crockery-store?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.