Publisher's Synopsis
""Views Afoot: or Europe Seen with Knapsack and Staff"" is a travelogue written by J. Bayard Taylor, an American poet, literary critic, and travel writer. The book chronicles Taylor's travels through Europe in the mid-19th century, during which he embarked on a walking tour of the continent, carrying nothing but a knapsack and a staff. Throughout the book, Taylor describes his experiences in vivid detail, recounting the landscapes, people, and cultures he encountered along the way. He visits cities such as Paris, Berlin, and Vienna, as well as smaller towns and villages throughout Germany, Switzerland, and Italy. In addition to his observations of the places he visits, Taylor also includes his thoughts on a range of topics, from politics and history to religion and philosophy. He reflects on the differences between American and European culture, and offers his opinions on the state of society in various countries.Overall, ""Views Afoot"" is a fascinating and engaging travelogue that provides a unique perspective on Europe in the mid-19th century. Taylor's writing is both descriptive and insightful, making this book a must-read for anyone interested in travel, history, or cultural studies.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
