The Innocents Abroad

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The narrative chronicles Mark Twain's 1867 journey to Europe and the Holy Land aboard the steamship Quaker City, inspired by a series of travel letters for a San Francisco paper. Covering over 20,000 miles, Twain explores diverse cultures and landscapes across France, Spain, Italy, Morocco, Russia, Turkey, and Egypt, blending humor with insightful observations. The travelogue captures the contrasts between American and foreign customs, providing a vivid portrayal of 19th-century travel experiences.