The Memoirs of Charles-Lewis, Baron de Pollnitz, Volume II by Pöllnitz
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| Author | Pöllnitz, Karl Ludwig, Freiherr von, 1692-1775 |
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The Memoirs of Charles-Lewis, Baron de Pollnitz, Volume II Being the Observations He Made in His Late Travels from Prussia Thro' Germany, Italy, France, Flanders, Holland, England, &c. in Letters to His Friend. Discovering Not Only the Present State of the Chief Cities and Towns; but the Characters of the Principal Persons at the Several Courts. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 63.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "The Memoirs of Charles-Lewis, Baron de Pollnitz, Volume II" by Pöllnitz is a historical account written in the early 18th century. This volume presents the author's observations during his travels across various European countries, detailing the states of cities, towns, and the characters of principal persons encountered at several courts. The memoir sheds light on the cultural, social, and political landscapes of the time. The opening of this volume finds the Baron recently arrived in Rome, where he sets out to describe the city's grandeur alongside its dilapidated aspects. He expresses both admiration for the magnificent structures and a sense of disappointment over the remnants of its glorious past that remain in disrepair. The narrative captures the Baron's observations on renowned locations such as St. Peter's Church, the Vatican, and several prominent squares, intertwining his personal encounters with broader reflections on the nature and condition of Rome as the once-mighty "Mistress of the World." The memoir combines vivid descriptions with sharp commentary, providing readers with insights into 18th-century Rome through the eyes of an astute traveler. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | D: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere |
| Subject | Europe -- Description and travel |
| Subject | Saxony (Germany) -- Court and courtiers |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 38501 |
| Release Date | Jan 5, 2012 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 8, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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