Publisher's Synopsis
""Impressions of Europe, 1873-1874: Music, Art, and History"" is a travelogue written by Philo Adams Otis, originally published in 1922. The book is based on Otis's travels in Europe in the years 1873 and 1874, during which he visited several countries including England, France, Italy, and Germany. The book provides a detailed account of Otis's experiences and observations during his trip, including his encounters with various historical landmarks, cultural events, and artistic masterpieces. Otis's writing style is descriptive and evocative, giving readers a vivid sense of the sights, sounds, and smells of the places he visited.In addition to his travelogue, Otis also provides historical and cultural context for the places he visited, including discussions of the political and social climate of Europe at the time. He also offers insights into the music and art scenes of the various countries he visited, including his impressions of famous composers and artists such as Wagner and Michelangelo.Overall, ""Impressions of Europe, 1873-1874: Music, Art, and History"" is a fascinating glimpse into the Europe of the late 19th century, as seen through the eyes of a curious and insightful traveler.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.