Description: Embark on a captivating journey through the heart of Europe in this book. The author recounts a unique and unforgettable adventure, undertaken in a specially designed canoe, traversing rivers and lakes across Belgium, France, Germany, Switzerland, and even the British Channel. This is no ordinary travelogue; it's a vibrant exploration of the joy of navigating waterways with a newfound freedom and independence. Written with humor and keen observation, this book delves into the author's experiences, offering insights into the everyday life of the people he encounters along the way. The book speaks to the unique pleasures of travel by canoe, providing an alternative perspective to the traditional modes of transport at the time. It captures the author's deep appreciation for the beauty of nature and his desire to connect with the natural world. He embraces the challenges of the journey, from navigating challenging rapids to encountering unexpected storms, demonstrating the unique rewards of traveling off the beaten path. The author's keen observations on the cultural differences he encounters during his voyage provide a fresh and insightful commentary on the diverse social customs of Europe in the late nineteenth century. This book stands as a testament to the enduring allure of exploring the world with a spirit of adventure, reminding us that the true journey lies not just in reaching a destination, but in the experience itself. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books.This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. This text has been digitally restored from a historical edition. Some aesthetic errors may persist, however it has been deemed that any such will not detract from the work's significant historical value. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase.
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Original Language: English
Country/Region of Manufacture: America
Narrative Type: Fiction
Intended Audience: Adults
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Number of Pages: 276
Type: textbook
Book Title: Thousand Miles in the Rob Roy Canoe, on Rivers and Lakes of Europe (Classic Reprint)
Language: English
Publisher: Forgotten Books
Topic: General
Item Height: 0.8 in
Publication Year: 2016
Illustrator: Yes
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
Item Weight: 17 Oz
Item Length: 9 in
Author: J. Macgregor
Item Width: 6 in
Format: Trade Paperback