Saunterings

Saunterings is a collection of essays written by Charles Dudley Warner, an American essayist and novelist who was best known for his co-authorship of The Gilded Age with Mark Twain. The book was first published in 1872 and contains a series of personal reflections and observations on various topics, including travel, nature, literature, and society.The essays in Saunterings are written in a conversational and humorous tone, and Warner's wit and intelligence shine through in his writing. He shares his experiences and insights on a range of subjects, from his travels in Europe to his musings on the role of art in society. Warner also includes several essays on his home state of Connecticut, highlighting its natural beauty and rich history.Throughout the book, Warner's love of nature is evident, and he often reflects on the beauty and majesty of the natural world. He also explores the relationship between humanity and the environment, discussing topics such as deforestation and the impact of industrialization on the landscape.Overall, Saunterings is a charming and insightful collection of essays that provides a window into the mind of one of America's most celebrated writers. With its mix of humor, intelligence, and wisdom, it remains a beloved classic of American literature.I wonder if it is the Channel? Almost everything is laid to the Channel: it has no friends. The sailors call it the nastiest bit of water in the world. All travelers anathematize it. I have now crossed it three times in different places, by long routes and short ones, and have always found it as comfortable as any sailing anywhere, sailing being one of the most tedious and disagreeable inventions of a fallen race.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.