By the Way: Travel Letters Written During Several Journeys Abroad

"By the Way: Travel Letters Written During Several Journeys Abroad" by Agness Greene Foster is a captivating compilation of personal letters penned during the author's early 20th-century voyages across Europe. From the British Isles to the heart of the Austro-Hungarian empire, and onward to the shores of Italy, Greece, and Turkey, Foster vividly recounts her encounters with diverse cultures, atmospheric landscapes, and intriguing individuals. The book begins with a heartfelt reflection on leaving loved ones behind and embarking on an uncertain journey, as well as details of shipboard life, including its discomforts and the unique characters she met at sea, foreshadowing the grand tour that lies ahead, with adventures detailed to engage those reading afar and familiar friends seeking updates on her journey.