Excerpt from An Involuntary Voyage
I know, Pinson, and I have accepted that half. Perhaps I shall come and claim it from you one of these days. In the meantime I want to win that same independence which ena bles you to work at your own hours-in fact, to do justice to yourself. Among us, let me say once more, all the avenues to fortune are thronged, there are many more called than chosen. The war that has just broken out in the United States offers a good Opportunity to men of our profession I.want to go thith er and try my fortune. I have given myself ten years in which to realize an income; at the end of that time, rich or poor, I will return.
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Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This engaging and informative book follows the extraordinary adventures of two French engineers who embark on an impromptu voyage to London. Having never ventured beyond their home city of Paris, Boisjoli and Pinson find themselves immersed in a bustling metropolis that both fascinates and disorients them. At turns comical and poignant, the narrative captures the quirks and contradictions of 1850s London, from its vibrant energy to its stark poverty. The author vividly describes iconic landmarks such as the Tower of London and Saint Paul's Cathedral, while also taking the time to observe the lives of ordinary people. Along the way, the engineers encounter a cast of memorable characters, from the mischievous street urchin Quicksilver to the wise and compassionate Mother Pitch, who becomes a surrogate family to the orphaned boy. Through these encounters and experiences, the book explores themes of friendship, identity, and the challenges of adapting to a foreign culture. The author deftly weaves together historical context with personal stories, offering a unique and thought-provoking perspective on the ever-changing nature of cities and the lives of those who inhabit them.Ultimately, this book illuminates the importance of embracing the unknown and the transformative power of human connection, providing valuable insights for readers of all ages. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. print-on-demand item. Nº de ref. del artículo: 9780243088980_0
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PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Nº de ref. del artículo: LW-9780243088980
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