Book details
The Flowers of Modern Travels: Being Elegant, Entertaining and Instructive Extracts, Selected From the Works of the Most Celebrated Travellers ... Intended Chiefly for Young People of Both Sexes
Published in
2016
Description
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Age
12-13
Text complexity
advanced
Length
328 pages
Why to read
- Educational Value: 'The Flowers of Modern Travels' offers a curated selection of extracts from the works of renowned travellers, providing readers, especially young people, with a rich educational experience. It covers a variety of cultures, landscapes, and historical moments, allowing readers to expand their knowledge and understanding of the world.
- Cultural Awareness: By reading this book, individuals can gain insights into the customs, traditions, and ways of life of different societies. This fosters a greater appreciation for diversity and can help young readers develop a more inclusive worldview.
- Language Development: As the book is intended to be both elegant and entertaining, it provides an excellent opportunity for readers to enhance their language skills. The narrative style of celebrated travellers can introduce readers to new vocabulary and different writing styles, which is particularly beneficial for young people's literacy development.
- Historical Perspective: The extracts selected in 'The Flowers of Modern Travels' offer a glimpse into the past, allowing readers to understand how travel and exploration were perceived in earlier times. This historical perspective can be intriguing and thought-provoking, offering lessons on how the world has changed and how travel has influenced global interactions.