Burton Holmes Livres

Le doyen des travelogues, un des hommes les plus célèbres de notre temps, s'avance pour son dernier voyage. Burton Holmes, quatre-vingt-huit ans, un hommes dont le nom est synonyme du mot travelogue. Il l'a inventé pour essayer d'échapper au mot conférence. Il voulait trouver un terme qui évoque le divertissement plutôt que quelque chose de pédagogique ou de documentaire. Il eut beaucoup d'imitateurs, mais aucun ne parvint ne serait-ce qu'à approcher le succès qui fut le sien. Le plus grand voyageur de notre temps, peut-être de tous les temps, un des hommes les plus merveilleux que j'aie jamais connu.

Burton Holmes (1870-1958) travelled the grand boulevards of Paris to China's Great Wall, from the construction of the Panama canal to the 1906 eruption of Mount Vesuvius. Holmes delighted in finding "the beautiful way around the world" and made a career of sharing his stories, colorful photographs, and films with audiences across America. As a young man, Holmes was mentored by John L. Stoddard, a pioneer of the U.S. travelecture circuit, who passed on his well-established mantle when he retired. Holmes roamed the globe throughout the summer and traversed the United States all winter, transforming the staid lecture tradition into an entertaining show.

It was the Belle Epoque, a time before air travel or radio, at the brink of a revolution in photography and filmmaking, when Burton Holmes (1870-1958) began a lifelong journey to bring the world home. This book represents the best of the Holmes archive, featuring color photographs. It takes you to a time that has all but evaporated.

This captivating book follows the globetrotting adventures of Burton Holmes, the renowned American travel writer and lecturer, through Europe with his camera. He captures stunning images of the picturesque Alpine village of Oberammergau in Germany, famous for its Passion Play, a poignant reenactment of the Crucifixion of Christ. He also takes you on a cycling tour through the rugged and beautiful island of Corsica, where he encounters wild landscapes, charming villages, and a fascinating culture.

This book, written by Burton Holmes, is a collection of travelogues that provide a glimpse into some of the world's most fascinating destinations. Holmes provides vivid descriptions of his travels through Egypt, Southern Italy, and Switzerland, including details on the culture, history, and people of each place. This book is a must-read for anyone with a wanderlust spirit.

A collection of travel lectures delivered by Burton Holmes in the early 20th century. Holmes, a pioneering travel writer and filmmaker, shares his experiences exploring various regions of the world with vivid descriptions and stunning images. This book is an entertaining and educational read for armchair travelers and anyone interested in the history of travel writing.

A collection of travelogues by Burton Holmes, detailing his journeys to London, Paris and Berlin.

Burton Holmes shares his captivating travel experiences across the Barbary Coast, the Algerian Sahara, and Southern Spain in this travelogue. The first section details the vibrant cities like Tangier and Algiers, highlighting their architecture and culture. The second focuses on the oases of the Sahara, featuring encounters with the Tuareg people and descriptions of the desert landscape. The final part explores Southern Spain's Islamic-influenced cities, including Seville and Granada, showcasing their art and festivals. This volume offers rich insights into the history and culture of these regions.