Round the world in any number of days

Name: Round the world in any number of days
Author: Maurice Baring

By Maurice Baring

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About This Book

A lively travelogue recounts a round-the-world sea voyage, tracing the route from British ports through the Mediterranean and Suez, across the Indian Ocean to Australia and the Pacific, and onward to North America. The narrative mixes shipboard anecdotes about crew, fellow passengers, and daily routines with vivid sketches of ports, landscapes, and local scenes, blending humorous observation, personal reflection, and practical detail. Chapters alternate episodic port reports, atmospheric descriptions of sea passages and weather, and wry commentary on contemporary travel, producing an impressionistic chronicle of long-distance travel in the early twentieth century.

About the Author

Maurice Baring

Maurice Baring was an English author and playwright known for his insightful explorations of Russian culture and literature. His notable works include "A Year in Russia," which reflects his experiences and observations during his time in the country, and "An Outline of Russian Literature," where he delves into the rich literary heritage of Russia. Baring's writing often combines elements of travel, drama, and poetry, as seen in his collections such as "Diminutive Dramas" and "Poems, 1914-1919." His diverse contributions to literature encompass essays, stories, and reflections that continue to resonate with readers interested in the intersections of culture and art.