History of a Six Weeks' Tour

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The travel narrative captures the journeys of Mary Shelley, Percy Bysshe Shelley, and Claire Clairmont across Europe in 1814 and to Lake Geneva in 1816. It features a blend of personal journal entries, four letters, and Percy’s poem "Mont Blanc," showcasing their experiences and reflections on the landscapes of France, Switzerland, Germany, and Holland. Primarily authored by Mary, the text was later revised and republished by her in 1840, highlighting their Romantic ideals and the beauty of nature.