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Title: The Wye and Its Associations: A Picturesque Ramble
Note: Reading ease score: 57.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits: Transcribed from the 1841 Longman, Orme, Brown, Green, and Longmans edition by David Price
Summary: "The Wye and Its Associations: A Picturesque Ramble" by Leitch Ritchie is a travel narrative written in the early 19th century. This work explores the scenic beauty and historical significance of the River Wye, one of England's most celebrated rivers, from its source on Plinlimmon to its confluence with the Severn. Ritchie aims to connect the natural landscape with its romantic and historical associations, providing a guide for both travelers and armchair readers. The opening of the book sets the stage for Ritchie's exploration by discussing the unique characteristics of English scenery, particularly those found along the River Wye. He reflects on the English propensity to seek picturesque landscapes both at home and abroad, noting how the beauty of familiar surroundings is often appreciated more fully after travel. Ritchie introduces various picturesque locations, such as Worcester and the surrounding countryside, before embarking on a journey that leads to the Wye's source, emphasizing the tranquil and idyllic aspects of the Welsh landscape while illustrating the humble yet content lives of its inhabitants. His descriptions blend observations of nature with reflections on society, establishing a rich context for the adventures that lie ahead. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Ritchie, Leitch, 1800?-1865
EBook No.: 36367
Published: Jun 10, 2011
Downloads: 58
Language: English
Subject: Wye, River (Wales and England) -- Description and travel
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 Wye and Its Associations: A Picturesque Ramble
Note: Reading ease score: 57.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits: Transcribed from the 1841 Longman, Orme, Brown, Green, and Longmans edition by David Price
Summary: "The Wye and Its Associations: A Picturesque Ramble" by Leitch Ritchie is a travel narrative written in the early 19th century. This work explores the scenic beauty and historical significance of the River Wye, one of England's most celebrated rivers, from its source on Plinlimmon to its confluence with the Severn. Ritchie aims to connect the natural landscape with its romantic and historical associations, providing a guide for both travelers and armchair readers. The opening of the book sets the stage for Ritchie's exploration by discussing the unique characteristics of English scenery, particularly those found along the River Wye. He reflects on the English propensity to seek picturesque landscapes both at home and abroad, noting how the beauty of familiar surroundings is often appreciated more fully after travel. Ritchie introduces various picturesque locations, such as Worcester and the surrounding countryside, before embarking on a journey that leads to the Wye's source, emphasizing the tranquil and idyllic aspects of the Welsh landscape while illustrating the humble yet content lives of its inhabitants. His descriptions blend observations of nature with reflections on society, establishing a rich context for the adventures that lie ahead. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Ritchie, Leitch, 1800?-1865
EBook No.: 36367
Published: Jun 10, 2011
Downloads: 58
Language: English
Subject: Wye, River (Wales and England) -- Description and travel
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.