Bibliograph

Curiosities and splendour, edited by Mark MacKenzie

Type

Label

Curiosities and splendour, edited by Mark MacKenzie

Language

eng

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Curiosities and splendour

Oclc number

1089826495

Responsibility statement

edited by Mark MacKenzie

Summary

Journey back in time with this collection of classic travel writing from great authors and adventurers. These extraordinary odysseys over land and sea captivated audiences and gave them a glimpse into countries, cities and cultures like never before. Tales include Robert Byron's ten-month journey through Persia to Afghanistan in the early 30s; Jack London's 1907 sailing adventure across the south Pacific; and Teddy Roosevelt's scientific exploration of the Brazilian jungles exotic flora and fauna. Each author and their piece of writing is introduced by editor Mark Mackenzie, who gives context to the work and provides an insightful look into how travel has changed since they were originally published

Target audience

adult

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Curiosities and splendour, an anthology of classic travel literatureCuriosities and splendorLonely Planet curiosities and splendour

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