Either the pens or the ink are abominable, so I will have to take refuge to my pencil. I collected all our baggage, nine pieces on the steamer, and engaged two of the steamer stewarts [sic] to help me down with … Continue reading →

I ought not to write as I am in such a wretched humor. We had our first experience of hotel sharking and tipping, which came near spoiling my appetite for more traveling. We carry six suit cases and three satchels … Continue reading →

Editor’s note: Hermann took the day off. Come back tomorrow, when he arrives in Sorrento.