• Mountain Adventures in the Various Countries of the World-John Timbs
    2026/10/10
    "Mountain Adventures in the Various Countries of the World" by John Timbs invites listeners on a captivating journey through the diverse landscapes and cultures found in mountainous regions around the globe. This audiobook explores the thrill of adventure and the allure of nature, highlighting the timeless human spirit of exploration and discovery. Its enduring themes of resilience and the quest for knowledge resonate strongly today, as many seek inspiration in the great outdoors and the stories of those who have ventured into the wild.

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    8 時間 15 分
  • Wild and Romantic: Early Guides to the English Lake District-Brown, Cumberland, Dalton, Gray, Pennant, Walker, Young
    2026/09/12
    "Wild and Romantic: Early Guides to the English Lake District" compiles the insights and observations of pioneering authors such as Brown, Cumberland, Dalton, Gray, Pennant, Walker, and Young, who explored the breathtaking landscapes of this iconic region. These early guides not only illuminate the natural beauty of the Lake District but also reflect the romantic ideals of the time, capturing the essence of adventure and the allure of nature. Their writings resonate today, reminding us of the timeless connection between humanity and the wild, as well as the enduring spirit of exploration.
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    2 時間 14 分
  • First Successful Ascent of Mt. Rainier, 1870-Hazard Stevens
    2026/09/10
    A classic of travel writing, this book recounts Stevenson's adventures on an extended walk through uplands and mountains in south-western France. Humorous on his own failings as a traveller, and on his travails with Modestine the self-willed donkey, it is also an exploration of peasant life in an area marked by the violence of the wars of religion. This version includes the fragment "A mountain town in France", originally intended as the opening chapter, but often omitted and published as a separate essay. (Summary by Patrick Wallace)

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    1 時間 37 分
  • National Geographic Magazine Vol. 12 - 01. January 1901-National Geographic Society
    2026/09/09
    A classic of travel writing, this book recounts Stevenson's adventures on an extended walk through uplands and mountains in south-western France. Humorous on his own failings as a traveller, and on his travails with Modestine the self-willed donkey, it is also an exploration of peasant life in an area marked by the violence of the wars of religion. This version includes the fragment "A mountain town in France", originally intended as the opening chapter, but often omitted and published as a separate essay. (Summary by Patrick Wallace)
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    3 時間 6 分
  • Letters Written During a Short Residence in Sweden, Norway and Denmark-Mary Wollstonecraft
    2026/09/08
    A classic of travel writing, this book recounts Stevenson's adventures on an extended walk through uplands and mountains in south-western France. Humorous on his own failings as a traveller, and on his travails with Modestine the self-willed donkey, it is also an exploration of peasant life in an area marked by the violence of the wars of religion. This version includes the fragment "A mountain town in France", originally intended as the opening chapter, but often omitted and published as a separate essay. (Summary by Patrick Wallace)
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    5 時間 48 分
  • Our New Zealand Cousins-James Inglis
    2026/09/07
    A classic of travel writing, this book recounts Stevenson's adventures on an extended walk through uplands and mountains in south-western France. Humorous on his own failings as a traveller, and on his travails with Modestine the self-willed donkey, it is also an exploration of peasant life in an area marked by the violence of the wars of religion. This version includes the fragment "A mountain town in France", originally intended as the opening chapter, but often omitted and published as a separate essay. (Summary by Patrick Wallace)
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    7 時間 53 分
  • Prairie Traveler-Randolph B. Marcy
    2026/09/06
    A classic of travel writing, this book recounts Stevenson's adventures on an extended walk through uplands and mountains in south-western France. Humorous on his own failings as a traveller, and on his travails with Modestine the self-willed donkey, it is also an exploration of peasant life in an area marked by the violence of the wars of religion. This version includes the fragment "A mountain town in France", originally intended as the opening chapter, but often omitted and published as a separate essay. (Summary by Patrick Wallace)

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    7 時間 8 分
  • Your United States Impressions Of A First Visit-Arnold Bennett
    2026/09/05
    A classic of travel writing, this book recounts Stevenson's adventures on an extended walk through uplands and mountains in south-western France. Humorous on his own failings as a traveller, and on his travails with Modestine the self-willed donkey, it is also an exploration of peasant life in an area marked by the violence of the wars of religion. This version includes the fragment "A mountain town in France", originally intended as the opening chapter, but often omitted and published as a separate essay. (Summary by Patrick Wallace)

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    5 時間 29 分