Bayard Taylor
Bayard Taylor was an American poet, literary critic, translator, travel author, and diplomat. As a poet, he was very popular, with a crowd of more than 4,000 attending a poetry reading once, which was a record that stood for 85 years. His travelogues were popular in both the United States and Great Britain. He served in diplomatic posts in Russia and Prussia.
Boys of Other Countries
Travel to distant lands alongside brave young boys as they face challenges and discover the strength within themselves.
By Bayard Taylor
The Lands of the Saracen Pictures of Palestine, Asia Minor, Sicily, and Spain
Embark on a mid-19th century adventure through lands shaped by Saracen influence, where quarantine leads to cultural immersion and personal reflection amidst historical landscapes.
By Bayard Taylor
Travels in Arabia
Embark on a 19th-century expedition through the Arabian Peninsula, where ancient customs and modern exploration collide amidst shifting sands and cultural crossroads.
By Bayard Taylor
Views A-foot; Or, Europe Seen with Knapsack and Staff
A young traveler's grit and sense of wonder take him across Europe by foot, despite obstacles, launching a journey of cultural immersion and self-discovery.
By Bayard Taylor
Stories by American Authors, Volume 1
A man's past comes back to life when he encounters a mysterious woman, causing him to question what he once knew.
By Bayard Taylor
Index of the Project Gutenberg Works of Bayard Taylor
Explore 19th-century culture, history, and personal journeys through the collected works of a versatile writer.
By Bayard Taylor
Beauty and the Beast, and Tales of Home
In 19th century Russia, a prince, his timid wife, and their cowardly son discover the nuances of love and power.
By Bayard Taylor
The Story of Kennett
In a close-knit, rural society, a young man's journey brings him face-to-face with spirited companions, enigmatic strangers, and the excitement of a thrilling fox hunt.
By Bayard Taylor
Joseph and His Friend: A Story of Pennsylvania
In rural Pennsylvania, a young man's innocent world is changed forever when a city girl arrives and turns friendships and burgeoning romances upside down.
By Bayard Taylor
Northern Travel: Summer and Winter Pictures of Sweden, Denmark and Lapland
Embark on a journey through harsh winter landscapes and experience tragic events alongside the author as he sails the Baltic Sea and reflects on the solemn beauty of the Nordic countries.
By Bayard Taylor
A journey to Central Africa : $b Or, Life and landscapes from Egypt to the Negro kingdoms of the White Nile
Embark on a captivating voyage through the heart of 19th-century Africa, where vibrant cultures and untamed landscapes converge in an unforgettable adventure.
By Bayard Taylor
A History of Germany from the Earliest Times to the Present Day
Discover the epic journey of a nation forged from ancient tribes, Roman clashes, and evolving identities.
By Bayard Taylor
Who Was She? From "The Atlantic Monthly" for September, 1874
Obsessed with a stranger's notebook, a man searches for its author, only to discover his own romantic shortcomings.
By Bayard Taylor