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Following the Equator A Journey Around the World

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"Following the Equator" is an ancient humor adventure story book written by Mark Twain. Twain describes his adventures on a global tour in this literary masterwork, which mixtures elements of memoir, humor, and social satire. With this genre-defying work, Twain gives his studies, ideas, and reflections about many civilizations, landscapes, and peoples he encounters along the line of the equator. Through the bustling marketplace of Bombay to the appropriate majesty of the Hawaiian Islands, Twain's narrative is filled with wit, expertise, and his signature satirical aptitude. "Following the Equator" offers a particular opinion into the overdue nineteenth century international tapestry, delving into issue depend of colonialism, imperialism, and interplay among cultures with both humor and poignancy. Twain's recognition invites viewers to consider the complexity of human nature and the importance of the world's interconnection. Using its rich prose and effective imagery, "Following the Equator" goes past conventional travel literature, acting as a timeless reflection on the human circumstance's emotions of curiosity, discovery, and wanderlust. Mark Twain's wit and intelligence show through on this excellent account of his global tour.

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  • Sprog:
  • Engelsk
  • ISBN:
  • 9789361426674
  • Indbinding:
  • Paperback
  • Udgivet:
  • 1. Februar 2024
  • Størrelse:
  • 140x216x30 mm.
  • Vægt:
  • 676 g.
  • 8-11 hverdage.
  • 2. Oktober 2024
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"Following the Equator" is an ancient humor adventure story book written by Mark Twain. Twain describes his adventures on a global tour in this literary masterwork, which mixtures elements of memoir, humor, and social satire. With this genre-defying work, Twain gives his studies, ideas, and reflections about many civilizations, landscapes, and peoples he encounters along the line of the equator. Through the bustling marketplace of Bombay to the appropriate majesty of the Hawaiian Islands, Twain's narrative is filled with wit, expertise, and his signature satirical aptitude. "Following the Equator" offers a particular opinion into the overdue nineteenth century international tapestry, delving into issue depend of colonialism, imperialism, and interplay among cultures with both humor and poignancy. Twain's recognition invites viewers to consider the complexity of human nature and the importance of the world's interconnection. Using its rich prose and effective imagery, "Following the Equator" goes past conventional travel literature, acting as a timeless reflection on the human circumstance's emotions of curiosity, discovery, and wanderlust. Mark Twain's wit and intelligence show through on this excellent account of his global tour.

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