Europe—whither bound? (Quo vadis Europa?) : being letters of travel from the capitals of Europe in the year 1921

A swift, impressionistic tour of Europe’s great capitals in the early 1920s, this collection of travel letters captures a continent at a crossroads. The author moves from the marble heights of Athens to bustling city squares, offering vivid snapshots of streets, monuments, and the lingering shadows of recent wars. Each stop is presented as a “verbal photograph,” blending personal reflection with keen observation of how history, culture, and daily life intersect in the aftermath of conflict.

Written with a blend of curiosity and gentle skepticism, the narrative asks whether Europe is heading toward decline or renewal, letting readers hear the hopes and anxieties of a traveler who keeps his “taxi waiting” to glimpse the whole picture. The letters avoid exhaustive analysis, instead providing a lively, on‑the‑ground sense of atmosphere that invites listeners to form their own judgments about the continent’s direction.