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Across The Great Saint Bernard: The Modes Of Nature And The Manners Of Man (1904)

Across The Great Saint Bernard: The Modes Of Nature And The Manners Of Man (1904)

Sennett, Alfred Richard

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Fiction AnthologiesFrench HistoryMarine Life

ISBN10: 1164558862
ISBN13: 9781164558866
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 596
Weight: 1.73
Height: 1.21 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Across The Great Saint Bernard: The Modes Of Nature And The Manners Of Man is a book written by Alfred Richard Sennett and published in 1904. The book is a travelogue that documents the author's journey across the Great Saint Bernard Pass, a mountain pass in the Alps that connects Switzerland and Italy. Sennett's account is not just a description of the natural beauty of the region but also an exploration of the cultural and social aspects of the people who live there. He provides a detailed analysis of the customs, traditions, and beliefs of the inhabitants of the region, including the monks who live in the hospice on the pass.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of the journey. Sennett describes the landscape, the flora and fauna, and the geological features of the region. He also provides insights into the history of the pass and the role it has played in the development of the region.Throughout the book, Sennett's observations are informed by his knowledge of the natural sciences, particularly geology and botany. He also draws on his experience as a traveler and writer to provide a vivid and engaging account of his journey.Overall, Across The Great Saint Bernard: The Modes Of Nature And The Manners Of Man is a fascinating and informative book that offers a unique perspective on the natural and cultural history of the Great Saint Bernard Pass.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.

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