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Italy And The Grand Tour
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For Members Of The Social Elite In Eighteenthcentury England, Extended Travel For Pleasure Came To Be Considered Part Of An Ideal Education As Well As An Important Symbol Of Social Status. Italy, And Especially Romea Fashionable, Exciting, And Comfortable Citybecame The Focus Of Such Early Tourists Interest. In This Distinctive Book, Historian Jeremy Black Recreates The Actual Tourist Experiences Of Those Who Traveled To Italy On A Grand Tour. Relying On The Private Diaries And Personal Letters Of Travelers, Rather Than On The Selfconscious Accounts Of Literary Travelers Who Wrote For Wider Audiences, The Book Presents A Fresh And Authentic Picture Of How British Tourists Experienced Italy, Its Landscapes, Women, Food, Music, Catholicism, And More.Using Material From Archives Across Britain And A Generous Selection Of Illustrations, The Book Highlights The Discrepancy Between The Idealized View Of The Grand Tour And Its Reality: What People Were Meant To Do Was Not Necessarily What They Did, What The Guide Books Described As Splendid Was Not Always So Perceived. Black Discusses What Italian Experiences Meant To British Visitors, And He Considers The Effects Of Tourism On British Culture During This Most Exciting Of Centuries.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main topic of 'Italy and the Grand Tour'? A: 'Italy and the Grand Tour' explores the experiences of British tourists traveling to Italy during the eighteenth century, focusing on their authentic experiences rather than idealized accounts.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by historian Jeremy Black, who presents a detailed analysis of the Grand Tour and its significance in British culture.
- Q: What type of material does the book rely on? A: The book relies on private diaries and personal letters of travelers, providing an authentic perspective on their experiences in Italy.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: 'Italy and the Grand Tour' was published on September 16, 2003.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 268 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: 'Italy and the Grand Tour' is available in a paperback binding.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as 'Used Book in Good Condition'.
- Q: What are some key themes discussed in the book? A: Key themes include the contrast between the idealized view of the Grand Tour and its reality, as well as the impact of Italian experiences on British tourists.
- Q: Is there any illustration included in the book? A: Yes, the book includes a generous selection of illustrations that enhance the narrative of the Grand Tour.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: 'Italy and the Grand Tour' falls under the category of Italy, focusing on historical travel and tourism.