Playground Of Europe (1907)

""Playground of Europe"" is a travelogue written by Leslie Stephen, first published in 1907. The book chronicles Stephen's journey through the Alps and his experiences in the various towns and cities he visits along the way. Stephen provides vivid descriptions of the landscapes, architecture, and people he encounters, as well as his own reflections on the history and culture of the region. He also includes anecdotes about his fellow travelers and the challenges they face, such as navigating treacherous mountain passes and coping with the effects of altitude sickness. Overall, ""Playground of Europe"" offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of early 20th-century European tourism and the allure of the Alps as a destination for adventure and leisure.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.