Bücher von Paul Hentzner

Travels in England is a travelogue written by Paul Hentzner, a German traveler, who visited England in the 16th century. The book is a detailed account of his journey, covering various cities and towns in England. Hentzner describes the landscape, architecture, customs, and people he encountered during his travels. The book also provides insights into the political and social climate of England during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I. Hentzner's observations are often critical, and he compares England unfavorably to his native Germany. However, his writing is also informative and provides a valuable historical perspective on England during this period. Overall, Travels in England is an interesting and informative read for anyone interested in English history and culture.The famous river Thames owes part of its stream, as well as its appellation, to the Isis; rising a little above Winchelcomb, and being increased with several rivulets, unites both its waters and its name to the Thame, on the other side of Oxford; thence, after passing by London, and being of the utmost utility, from its greatness and navigation, it opens into a vast arm of the sea, from whence the tide, according to Gemma Frisius, flows and ebbs to the distance of eighty miles, twice in twenty-five hours, and, according to Polydore Vergil, above sixty miles twice in twenty-four hours.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.

""A Journey Into England: In The Year 1598"" is a travelogue written by Paul Hentzner and published in 1807. The book is a detailed account of Hentzner's journey to England in the late 16th century, where he spent three months exploring the country and observing its customs, culture, and people.Hentzner's narrative begins with his arrival in London, where he describes the city's bustling streets, its impressive architecture, and the various sights and sounds that greeted him. He then travels to other parts of England, including Windsor, Oxford, and Cambridge, where he visits famous landmarks and institutions such as the Tower of London, Westminster Abbey, and the University of Oxford.Throughout his journey, Hentzner provides vivid descriptions of the people he encounters, their clothing, and their manners. He also records his observations on English society, politics, and religion, offering insights into the country's history and culture.""A Journey Into England"" is a valuable historical document that provides a glimpse into life in England during the late 16th century. It is also a fascinating travelogue that captures the spirit of adventure and discovery that characterized the era of exploration and discovery.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.

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. 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 the original work.