Dickens, Charles

Charles Dicken's Pictures From Italy:

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ISBN 13:: 9781780006116
author:: Dickens, Charles
format:: Paperback
publisher:: Word to the Wise
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2013
Pages:: 128
Dimensions:: 22.9 x 15.2 x 0.7 centimetres (0
Genre:: Fiction & Literature, Classics, ,
Condition:: New
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Charles Dickens's Pictures from Italy offers a unique perspective on 19th-century Italy, combining narrative pictures with personal reflections. Written in 1844, this travelogue provides an insider's view of the country's cities and towns, including Rome, Naples, Florence, Genoa, and Venice. Dickens's account is notable for its attention to street life, costumes, and Italian cuisine, as well as its critical examination of poverty and corruption. The book juxtaposes the squalor of city slums with the grandeur of ancient Roman monuments, creating a nuanced portrait of Italy during this period. This work is not just a travelogue, but also a serious journalistic and critical study of the country, making it an interesting read for those looking to explore 19th-century Italy.

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