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Title: The Ports, Harbours, Watering-places and Picturesque Scenery of Great Britain Vol. 1
Note: Reading ease score: 59.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Summary: "The Ports, Harbours, Watering-places and Picturesque Scenery of Great Britain" is a descriptive and historical publication produced in the mid-19th century. This work explores and illustrates various coastal locations in Great Britain, emphasizing their scenic beauty, historical significance, and maritime activities. The text likely serves as both a travel guide and a historical account, shedding light on the importance of these harbours in England's cultural and economic landscape. The opening portion introduces several key locations, such as Tynemouth Lighthouse and Harwich, detailing their histories and geographical significance. For instance, Tynemouth is portrayed as a hazardous yet picturesque spot known for shipwrecks, highlighting the vital role of lifeboats in safeguarding crews. The descriptions blend artistic perspective with factual detail, painting a comprehensive picture of these maritime sites. As the narrative unfolds, it offers not just views of the landscape but also insights into the local commerce, fishing trade, and notable historical events that shaped these communities. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Finden, W. (William), 1787-1852
Illustrator: Bartlett, W. H. (William Henry), 1809-1854
Illustrator: Creswick, Thomas, 1811-1869
Illustrator: Harding, James Duffield, 1798-1863
EBook No.: 34866
Published: Jan 6, 2011
Downloads: 76
Language: English
Subject: Coasts -- Great Britain -- Pictorial works
Subject: Great Britain -- Pictorial works
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: The Ports, Harbours, Watering-places and Picturesque Scenery of Great Britain Vol. 1
Note: Reading ease score: 59.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits:
Produced by Chris Curnow, Susan Skinner and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http:
//www.pgdp.net
(This
file was produced from images generously made available
by The Internet Archive)
Summary: "The Ports, Harbours, Watering-places and Picturesque Scenery of Great Britain" is a descriptive and historical publication produced in the mid-19th century. This work explores and illustrates various coastal locations in Great Britain, emphasizing their scenic beauty, historical significance, and maritime activities. The text likely serves as both a travel guide and a historical account, shedding light on the importance of these harbours in England's cultural and economic landscape. The opening portion introduces several key locations, such as Tynemouth Lighthouse and Harwich, detailing their histories and geographical significance. For instance, Tynemouth is portrayed as a hazardous yet picturesque spot known for shipwrecks, highlighting the vital role of lifeboats in safeguarding crews. The descriptions blend artistic perspective with factual detail, painting a comprehensive picture of these maritime sites. As the narrative unfolds, it offers not just views of the landscape but also insights into the local commerce, fishing trade, and notable historical events that shaped these communities. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Finden, W. (William), 1787-1852
Illustrator: Bartlett, W. H. (William Henry), 1809-1854
Illustrator: Creswick, Thomas, 1811-1869
Illustrator: Harding, James Duffield, 1798-1863
EBook No.: 34866
Published: Jan 6, 2011
Downloads: 76
Language: English
Subject: Coasts -- Great Britain -- Pictorial works
Subject: Great Britain -- Pictorial works
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.