From the Thames to the Tiber or, My visit to Paris, Rome, Florence, Venice, Milan, Switzerland, etc.

"From the Thames to the Tiber" by Joseph Wardle is a lively travel account from the early 1900s. It chronicles the author's grand tour of Europe, beginning in London and snaking through famous cities like Paris, Rome, Florence, and Venice, showing off the history and culture of each place. The book opens with the author setting the stage for his big vacation, clearly stating the goal of traveling all the way from London to Rome, which he calls "The Eternal City." The first part of the story shares the excitement and planning for the trip, painting a picture of busy London before switching to peaceful French landscapes as the author and his wife start their journey by train and boat. They meet new people along the way and soak up the history of places like Paris, all before diving into the wonders awaiting them in Italy, capturing both the joy of travel and the deep awe inspired by the important cultural sites they see.