Rollo in Paris

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Gutenberg ID

22956

Title

Rollo in Paris

Language

en

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Project Gutenberg

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A charming educational adventure following twelve-year-old Rollo and his cousin Jennie as they travel from London to Paris. Blending moral instruction with lively observation of French customs, the book invites young readers to explore the city's sights, people, and lessons in independence and kindness.

Summary up to 500 words

In Jacob Abbott's *Rollo in Paris*, young Rollo and his cousin Jennie join their parents on a European tour, eventually traveling to the French capital with Rollo's uncle, George. The narrative begins with the family's journey across the English Channel. While the parents consider the shortest route via Dover, Rollo advocates for the cheaper, midnight-departing steamer from New Haven to Dieppe. Driven by a desire for adventure and the prospect of saving money to buy books, Rollo convinces his uncle George to take this route, while Jennie, fearing the late hour, chooses to accompany her parents. Upon arriving in Paris, the boys explore the bustling boulevards, observing street performers, vendors, and the grandeur of landmarks like the Tuileries and Notre Dame. A key moment occurs when Rollo and Jennie mistakenly follow a family to the Hippodrome, an equestrian arena, highlighting the city's diverse attractions and the potential for error in a foreign environment. Throughout their stay, Rollo demonstrates growing maturity by managing his own passport arrangements and dining at a magnificent restaurant in the Boulevards, where he is treated with respect by the staff and other patrons. The story emphasizes themes of self-reliance, curiosity, and the importance of being a considerate companion. Rollo's father praises his good conduct, noting that his uncle George's invitation to continue the journey to Switzerland serves as a testament to Rollo's development into a capable and thoughtful young traveler. The volume concludes with the family preparing to leave Paris, underscoring Rollo's evolution from a curious child into a responsible young man capable of navigating complex social and logistical situations abroad.

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