"Summer Cruise in the Mediterranean on board an American frigate" by Nathaniel Parker Willis is a captivating travelogue from the 1800s, following the “United States” frigate’s voyage across the Mediterranean Sea. The narrative paints a vibrant picture of stops in locales such as Elba, Naples, Pompeii and Sicily. The author brings these locations to life, describing meetings with important historical figures and explorations of different cultures. The audience can feel what it was like to be part of maritime life and experience the deep history of the areas they visit. From the exciting moment the author steps aboard the ship, the story unfolds to reveal stunning scenery, including Elba and its connection to Napoleon. Life aboard the ship is explored as we see the officers, the rules, and the friendship among the sailing crew. The author mixes his own thoughts with lively descriptions of landscapes, historical spots, and interactions with people, allowing the reader to feel like they are right there.
Summer Cruise in the Mediterranean on board an American frigate
By Nathaniel Parker Willis
Embark on a 19th-century sea journey where historical sites are unveiled and cultures are discovered along the sun-kissed Mediterranean.
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About the AuthorNathaniel Parker Willis, also known as N. P. Willis, was an American writer, poet and editor who worked with several notable American writers including Edgar Allan Poe and Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. He became the highest-paid magazine writer of his day. His brother was the composer Richard Storrs Willis and his sister Sara wrote under the name Fanny Fern. Harriet Jacobs wrote her autobiography while being employed as his children's nurse.
Nathaniel Parker Willis, also known as N. P. Willis, was an American writer, poet and editor who worked with several notable American writers including Edgar Allan Poe and Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. He became the highest-paid magazine writer of his day. His brother was the composer Richard Storrs Willis and his sister Sara wrote under the name Fanny Fern. Harriet Jacobs wrote her autobiography while being employed as his children's nurse.
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