“Is it worth while to observe that there are no Venetian blinds in Venice?”
Quote by William Dean Howells
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The Complete Travel Books of William Dean Howells: Travel Memoirs & Reports from Traveling Across Europe (Illustrated): Venetian Life, Italian Journeys, Roman Holidays and Others, Suburban Sketches, Familiar Spanish Travels, A Little Swiss Sojourn, London Films & Seven English Cities
This book is a compilation of William Dean Howells' travel memoirs and reports, capturing his experiences across various European cities. It includes detailed accounts of Venetian life, Italian journeys, Roman holidays, suburban sketches, Spanish travels, a Swiss sojourn, and London films. The collection offers a glimpse into the author's observations and reflections on the cultures and landscapes he encountered during his travels. more
Author
William Dean Howells
William Dean Howells was a prominent American author, literary critic, and editor in the 19th century. His works, which encompassed novels, criticism, and essays, had a profound impact on American literature. more
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