Rollo in Geneva - Abbott, Jacob

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Résumé :
A travel-based volume in the Rollo series, Rollo in Geneva follows the young protagonist as he explores the city and surrounding landscape of Geneva, combining narrative movement with instruction in history, geography, and social observation. Through guided experiences and everyday encounters, the story introduces readers to the cultural and historical character of the region. The narrative unfolds in a sequence of episodes that balance curiosity with explanation, presenting information in a clear and accessible manner. As Rollo observes his surroundings, the text incorporates discussion of local customs, notable sites, and the broader European context, encouraging attentive engagement with place. Abbott's method reflects the educational aims of nineteenth-century juvenile literature, using story as a framework for structured learning. The work remains representative of a tradition in which travel writing and instruction are closely aligned. This edition presents the original text in a clear and consistent format for contemporary readers....

Biographie:
Jacob Abbott (1803-1879) was an American author and educator known for his extensive series of books for young readers, including the Rollo and Franconia stories. His works combine narrative with instruction, presenting historical and geographical material in an accessible form....

Sommaire:
A travel-based volume in the Rollo series, Rollo in Geneva follows the young protagonist as he explores the city and surrounding landscape of Geneva, combining narrative movement with instruction in history, geography, and social observation. Through guided experiences and everyday encounters, the story introduces readers to the cultural and historical character of the region. The narrative unfolds in a sequence of episodes that balance curiosity with explanation, presenting information in a clear and accessible manner. As Rollo observes his surroundings, the text incorporates discussion of local customs, notable sites, and the broader European context, encouraging attentive engagement with place. Abbott's method reflects the educational aims of nineteenth-century juvenile literature, using story as a framework for structured learning. The work remains representative of a tradition in which travel writing and instruction are closely aligned. This edition presents the original text in a clear and consistent format for contemporary readers....