"A Little Tour in France" by Henry James is a travel journal from the 1800s, sharing the author’s personal experiences traveling through France, especially the area of Touraine with its history and culture. As James visits different towns and famous places, he describes the land and buildings, adding historical facts that explain what makes them special. The book starts with James talking about his past trips to France and wanting to showcase the country's beauty beyond Paris, focusing on the appealing city of Tours with its friendly feel, pretty views, and plentiful countryside. James also talks about what he notices about the local way of life, the buildings that show the influence of people from the past, and the tasty food of the region.
A little tour in France
By Henry James
Embark on an evocative journey through 19th-century France, where historical sites and local culture blend with the author's personal reflections.
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About the AuthorHenry James was an American-British author. He is regarded as a key transitional figure between literary realism and literary modernism, and is considered by many to be among the greatest novelists in the English language. He was the son of Henry James Sr. and the brother of philosopher and psychologist William James and diarist Alice James.
Henry James was an American-British author. He is regarded as a key transitional figure between literary realism and literary modernism, and is considered by many to be among the greatest novelists in the English language. He was the son of Henry James Sr. and the brother of philosopher and psychologist William James and diarist Alice James.
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