Ports of France 1926 Herbert Adams Gibbons / Giovanni Petrina Illustrations For Sale
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Ports of France 1926 Herbert Adams Gibbons / Giovanni Petrina Illustrations: $12.90
Ports of France. By Herbert Adams Gibbons. Giovanni Petrina Illustrations. 319 pages. Illustrated throughout.
Descriptive travel book chronicling the major port cities of France. Illustrated by Giovanni Petrina, the work offers a vivid look at the coastal life, history, and atmosphere of these crucial maritime hubs in the period following World War I.
Herbert Adams Gibbons (1880–1934) was an American journalist, academic, and foreign correspondent with a deep knowledge of France. He lived in Paris during World War I and wrote extensively on European affairs. Gibbons was known for his perceptive and engaging prose, bringing a journalist\'s eye for detail to his travel writing. His intimate familiarity with the country lends the book an air of authentic experience.
Content and The volume is enhanced with 16 pencil-drawn illustrations by artist Giovanni Petrina. Petrina\'s drawings complement Gibbons\' text by visually capturing the scenes, ships, and characters that define the ports.
Narrative focus: The book is not simply a travel guide but a series of essays exploring the character of each port. Gibbons delves into the history, economy, and culture of these coastal cities, providing rich contextual detail.
Published in 1926: The book offers a snapshot of French port cities in the post-World War I era, a time of significant reconstruction and economic 1926 by The Century Co, New York. Very good condition. Bright cover, firm binding, strong hinges and clean text.
