From the Oak to the Olive: A Plain record of a Pleasant Journey
A Literary Journey of Reflection and ExplorationBy Julia Ward Howe
Length8h 53m
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In "From the Oak to the Olive: A Plain Record of a Pleasant Journey," Julia Ward Howe presents an evocative narrative of her travels through Europe, particularly her journey through France and Italy. The book is characterized by Howe's lyrical prose and sharp observations, offering readers a vivid tapestry of cultural encounters and landscapes. Written in the mid-19th century, it reflects the burgeoning spirit of exploration and cultural appreciation that characterized the period, interweaving personal reflections with wider social and political commentaries, particularly relevant to her experiences in the wake of the American Civil War. Julia Ward Howe, best known for penning "The Battle Hymn of the Republic," was a pioneering advocate for women's rights and peace activism. Her historical context, as a prominent figure in the abolitionist movement and a participant in key social reforms, deeply influenced her worldview and informed her travel writings. This journey not only provided her a personal retreat but also an opportunity to reflect on her role as an activist and the broader implications of her contemporary society. Readers seeking a blend of travelogue and social critique will be captivated by Howe's engaging narrative and insightful reflections. "From the Oak to the Olive" is a testament to the power of travel in shaping one'Äôs identity and beliefs, making it an essential read for those interested in historical perspectives on personal and global transformations.
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GenreTravel
Length8 hrs 53 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 27, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
28SORRENTO.
2FROM THE OAK TO THE OLIVE.
29FLORENCE.
3PRELIMINARIES.
30VENICE.
4THE VOYAGE.
31GREECE AND THE VOYAGE THITHER.
5LIVERPOOL.
32SYRA.
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6CHESTER—LICHFIELD.
33PIRÆUS—ATHENS.
7LONDON.
34EXPEDITIONS—NAUPLIA.
8ST. PAUL'S—THE JAPANESE.
35ARGOS.
9SOCIETY.
36EGINA.
10THE CHANNEL.
37DAYS IN ATHENS.
11PARIS AND THENCE.
38EXCURSIONS.
12MARSEILLES.
39HYMETTUS.
13ROME.
40ITEMS.
14ST. PETER'S.
41THE PALACE.
15SUPPER OF THE PILGRIMS.
42THE CATHEDRAL.
16EASTER.
43THE MISSIONARIES.
17WORKS OF ART.
44THE PIAZZA.
18PIAZZA NAVONA—THE TOMBOLA.
45DEPARTURE.
19SUNDAYS IN ROME.
46RETURN VOYAGE.
20CATACOMBS.
47FARTHER.
21VIA APPIA AND THE COLUMBARIA.
48FRAGMENTS.
22NAPLES—THE JOURNEY.
49FLYING FOOTSTEPS.
23THE MUSEUM.
50MUNICH.
24NAPLES—EXCURSIONS.
51SWITZERLAND.
25THE CAPUCHIN.
52THE GREAT EXPOSITION.
26BAJA.
53PICTURES IN ANTWERP.
27CAPRI.
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