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Travels Through Germany, Vol. 2 of 2: Containing Observations on Customs, Manners, Religion, Government, Commerce, Arts, and Antiquities; With a ... of Letters to a Friend (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

Thomas Nugent

 
9780282363765: Travels Through Germany, Vol. 2 of 2: Containing Observations on Customs, Manners, Religion, Government, Commerce, Arts, and Antiquities; With a ... of Letters to a Friend (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

This book is a compilation of excerpts from a journal kept by the English tutor of the German duke and describes his experiences residing in Mecklenburg from 1764-1765. The journal reflects on the social and economic life, history, culture, and the landscape of 18th-century Mecklenburg, a region in northern Germany. The author traveled the land, visiting towns and cities, meeting locals, and recording his observations. The book presents these excerpts chronologically alongside the author's own contextualizing notes, providing a glimpse into the history of a region not well known to English readers. The book offers a keen, insightful outsider's perspective on the lives and affairs of the German people, their society, and their politics, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in 18th-century German history and culture.

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