Roving East and Roving West

Name: Roving East and Roving West
Author: E. V. Lucas

By E. V. Lucas

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A collection of travel essays recording journeys through India, Japan and the United States, composed as vivid scene-by-scene sketches and reflective vignettes. The pieces range from quiet market life, funerary customs and hawking in the Indian plains to impressions of Fuji, geisha and manners in Japan, then to American cities with notes on democracy, prohibition, skyscrapers and popular entertainments. Emphasis falls on close visual detail, gentle humour and comparative observation, blending anecdote, social portraiture and reflective asides about architecture, customs and the contrasts between cultures.

About the Author

E. V. Lucas

E. V. Lucas was an English author and humorist known for his engaging travel writings and charming short stories. His notable works include "A Boswell of Baghdad; With Diversions," which reflects his keen observations and delightful prose. Lucas's travel books, such as "A Wanderer in Florence" and "A Wanderer in Venice," showcase his love for exploring cities and cultures, blending personal anecdotes with historical insights. In addition to travel literature, he wrote children's stories and essays, contributing to a diverse literary heritage. His works often capture the essence of place and character, making them enduring favorites among readers.