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Synopsis

This book is a travelogue recounting the author's experiences journeying from Rome to Greece and the East in the mid-19th Century. Along the way, the author details the sights, sounds, art, and culture of many of the areas passed through, including Naples, Malta, and Sicily. Combining history, social commentary, and picturesque descriptions, the author paints a vivid picture of the region in transformation. Throughout, the author shares his personal reflections on the places he visits, connecting their past to the present, and exploring his own place in the world.

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About the Author

Hans Christian Andersen was a Danish fairy tale writer and poet who is most noted for his Fairy Tales, including the enduring children s stories The Snow Queen, The Little Mermaid, Thumbelina, and The Ugy Duckling. Through his youth Andersen worked as a weaver s apprentice and actor before turning to writing. Andersen s works have been translated into more than 150 languages and have inspired countless films, plays, and ballets. Although Andersen died in 1875, the anniversary of his birthday (June 2) continues to celebrated each year as International Children s Book Day.

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