A Baptist Abroad: Travels and Adventures of Europe and all Bible Lands

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A Baptist Abroad: Travels and Adventures of Europe and all Bible Lands

by Walter Andrew Whittle

EN·~11 hours·53 chapters

Chapters

53 total

A BAPTIST ABROAD

1:03

INTRODUCTION.

4:03

PREFACE.

5:17

CONTENTS.

0:00

ILLUSTRATIONS.

2:02

CHAPTER I.

7:20

CHAPTER II.

11:51

CHAPTER III.

8:44

CHAPTER IV.

9:51

CHAPTER V.

13:37
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Description

A thoughtful traveler and minister journeys on foot through the heart of Europe and the ancient lands of the Bible, offering a view that feels both scholarly and intimate. He moves beyond the usual tourist routes, pausing at cathedrals, mountain passes, and bustling bazaars, and records his impressions with a blend of historical insight and personal humor. The narrative is guided by a genuine curiosity about architecture, art, and everyday life, making each stop feel like a conversation with the place itself.

The volume spans Britain, Switzerland, Italy, Turkey, Greece, Palestine, and Egypt, with the Holy Land receiving particular attention. Richly illustrated maps and drawings bring the scenery to life, while conversations with locals reveal customs and beliefs often missed by hurried visitors. Readers are treated to a balance of rigorous observation and the author’s gentle, witty commentary, creating a travelogue that educates without ever becoming dry.

For listeners who enjoy a blend of adventure and learning, this work offers a vivid portrait of 19th‑century travel, inviting you to explore distant horizons through the eyes of a keen, compassionate observer.

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Language

en

Duration

~11 hours (657K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by Giovanni Fini, Richard Hulse and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)

Release date

Jan 9, 2016

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Walter Andrew Whittle

Walter Andrew Whittle

A Baptist minister and late-19th-century travel writer, he invited readers to see Europe and the biblical world through the eyes of a curious, faith-centered observer. His best-known book blends personal adventure, religious reflection, and vivid impressions from a wide-ranging journey abroad.

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