Switzerland
"Switzerland" by Frank Fox is a travelogue and cultural guide written in the early 20th century. The work provides a comprehensive exploration of Switzerland, emphasizing its stunning natural landscapes and rich history while also delving into the character and experiences of the Swiss peo...
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Salt Lake City, UT :
Project Gutenberg,
2012
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| Online Access: | https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/39651 |
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| Summary: | "Switzerland" by Frank Fox is a travelogue and cultural guide written in the early 20th century. The work provides a comprehensive exploration of Switzerland, emphasizing its stunning natural landscapes and rich history while also delving into the character and experiences of the Swiss people. It engages readers with insights into how the country’s geography has shaped its culture and societal development, appealing to both those who wish to visit and those who merely want to appreciate Switzerland from afar. The opening of the book presents a preface that establishes the author’s intent to explore the duality of Switzerland’s allure—its breathtaking Alps and the intriguing narrative of its people. Fox reflects on the common misconceptions regarding the Swiss as an inherently noble mountain people, debunking notions that living in the mountains automatically endows individuals with admirable traits. He emphasizes that while the landscapes evoke beauty and inspiration, the truth of Swiss identity is shaped by complex social and historical contexts. This introductory section sets the stage for a deeper understanding of Switzerland and piques the reader's interest in learning about the interplay between the land and its inhabitants throughout various historical epochs. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
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| Item Description: | Release date is 2012-05-08 |
| Physical Description: | 1 online resource : multiple file formats |
| Production Credits: | Produced by Bruce Albrecht, Matthew Wheaton and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net |