Publisher's Synopsis
The Percy Family: The Baltic To Vesuvius is a historical novel written by Daniel Clarke Eddy and published in 1868. The book follows the story of the Percy family, a wealthy and influential family from England, as they embark on a grand tour of Europe. The family consists of the patriarch, Sir Henry Percy, his wife Lady Percy, and their two children, Arthur and Edith.The novel is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different destination on the Percy family's tour. The family travels to various locations across Europe, including Germany, Denmark, Sweden, Russia, Italy, and Greece. Along the way, they encounter a variety of people, including fellow travelers, locals, and historical figures.Throughout the book, Eddy provides detailed descriptions of the places the Percy family visits, including the landscape, architecture, and culture of each location. He also weaves in historical events and figures, such as Napoleon Bonaparte and the eruption of Mount Vesuvius, to provide a deeper context for the family's travels.The Percy Family: The Baltic To Vesuvius is a captivating historical novel that offers readers a glimpse into the world of European travel in the mid-19th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in history, travel, or the Victorian era.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.
