From sketch-book and diary: Enriched edition. Journey of Creative Musings: A Unique Blend of Sketches and Written Reflections

by Elizabeth Thompson Butler

'From sketch-book and diary' by Elizabeth Butler unveils a compilation of travel sketches and personal reflections from various corners of the world. In the mystical West of Ireland, she immerses readers in the enchanting landscapes of Glanaragh and the vibrant County Mayo of 1905. Venturing to Egypt, Butler takes us on a mesmerizing expedition through the bustling streets of Cairo, along the majestic waters of the Upper Nile, and into the historic city of Alexandria. Her odyssey continues to the picturesque Cape, recounting the scenic voyage to the Cape Colony's Rosebank. Italy beckons next, as Butler shares the allure of Tuscany's vintage season, the charm of Siena and Perugia, and the awe-inspiring presence of Vesuvius. Finally, the journey culminates in the eternal city of Rome. This collection of writings offers a tapestry of rich experiences and cultural encounters, capturing the essence of each destination with an artist's eye and a traveler's heart.

97 pages, Kindle Edition

First published January 1, 1909

About the author

Elizabeth Southerden (Thompson) Butler, best known as Lady Butler

Prominent Victorian artist (Queen Victoria was among her patrons) and author of several non-fiction books including an autobiography. Daughter of Thomas James Thompson and Christiana (Weller) Thompson and sister of the poet Alice Christiana Gertrude (Thompson) Meynell. The family were converts to Catholicism. She married the Irish-Catholic, British Army officer and explorer Lieutenant General Sir William Francis Butler, GCB, FRGS who was also a widely published author.