Notes in England and Italy (1869)

""Notes in England and Italy"" is a travelogue written by Sophia Peabody Hawthorne, the wife of the renowned American author Nathaniel Hawthorne. The book is a collection of her observations and experiences during her travels to England and Italy in 1868-1869. Sophia's writing style is descriptive and vivid, allowing readers to feel as though they are right alongside her on her journey. She details the landscapes, architecture, and people she encounters, as well as her thoughts and feelings about the places she visits. Throughout the book, Sophia shares her admiration for the art and culture of Italy, particularly the city of Florence. She also reflects on the history and literature of England, visiting sites such as Shakespeare's birthplace and the Lake District. In addition to her travelogue, the book includes letters written by Nathaniel Hawthorne during their travels, providing a glimpse into their relationship and his own observations of the places they visited. ""Notes in England and Italy"" is a captivating read for those interested in travel writing, art and culture, and the Hawthorne family.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.