The Parthenon By Way Of Papendrecht
The Parthenon By Way Of Papendrecht is a novel by Francis Hopkinson Smith, first published in 1891. The novel follows the story of a young American, John Davenport, who travels to Europe in search of adventure and romance. Along the way, he meets a variety of characters, including a mysterious Dutch girl, a French countess, and a German baron. As he travels, he discovers the secrets of the past and the beauty of the present. He also learns about the power of love and the importance of friendship. In the end, he finds his true love and a new home in the Netherlands.
By Francis Hopkinson Smith · First published 1909 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Adventure, Romance · 5,989 words
First lines
"WILYUM!."Wilyum!".WILYUM!"
It was mine host of the Ferry Inn at Cook-ham who was calling, and at the top of his voice -- and a big-chested voice it was -- the sound leaping into crescendo as the object of his search remained hidden. Then he turned to me:
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Francis Hopkinson Smith
- Date: 1909 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Historical Fiction, Adventure, Romance, Travel Writing
- Length: 5,989 words
- Structure: 1 section, 78 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Historical Fiction — The Parthenon By Way Of Papendrecht is a novel set in the late 19th century, which follows the story of a young man's journey to Greece to explore the ruins of the Parthenon. This novel is a work of historical fiction, as it is based on real events and places, but with a fictional narrative.
- Adventure — The Parthenon By Way Of Papendrecht follows the protagonist's journey to Greece, which is full of adventure and excitement. The novel is full of thrilling moments and unexpected twists, making it an adventure story.
- Romance — The Parthenon By Way Of Papendrecht features a romantic subplot between the protagonist and a young woman he meets in Greece. This romantic element adds an extra layer of depth to the story, making it a romance novel as well.
- Travel Writing — The Parthenon By Way Of Papendrecht is a travelogue of sorts, as it follows the protagonist's journey to Greece and his exploration of the ruins of the Parthenon. This makes it a work of travel writing, as it provides a detailed description of the sights and sounds of the journey.
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