This edition had all images removed.
Title:
Highways and Byways in the Border
Illustrated
Note: Reading ease score: 68.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits:
Produced by David Widger from page images generously
provided by the Internet Archive
Summary: "Highways and Byways in the Border" by Andrew Lang and John Lang is a travelogue written in the late 19th century. This work explores the cultural, historical, and natural landscapes of the Scottish-English Border region, drawing on legends, literary references, and personal anecdotes to paint a vivid picture of the area. The authors aim to highlight the rich tapestry of memories and stories that define the Border, engaging readers with tales of battles, folklore, and the picturesque scenery. At the start of the book, the preface indicates that the work stems from a collaborative endeavor, with John Lang reflecting on his late brother's intent to capture the essence of the Border region. The opening chapter introduces the Border as a place steeped in history and mythology, discussing its ever-shifting boundaries and the significance of places like Berwick. The narrative incorporates anecdotes, historical events, and local folklore while inviting readers to journey through the enchanting and often tumultuous history associated with this region, marked by tales of forays, battles, and even ghostly apparitions that linger in the landscape. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Lang, Andrew, 1844-1912
Author: Lang, John, 1849-1917
Illustrator: Thomson, Hugh, 1860-1920
EBook No.: 47800
Published: Dec 29, 2014
Downloads: 168
Language: English
Subject: Scottish Borders (Scotland) -- 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:
Highways and Byways in the Border
Illustrated
Note: Reading ease score: 68.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits:
Produced by David Widger from page images generously
provided by the Internet Archive
Summary: "Highways and Byways in the Border" by Andrew Lang and John Lang is a travelogue written in the late 19th century. This work explores the cultural, historical, and natural landscapes of the Scottish-English Border region, drawing on legends, literary references, and personal anecdotes to paint a vivid picture of the area. The authors aim to highlight the rich tapestry of memories and stories that define the Border, engaging readers with tales of battles, folklore, and the picturesque scenery. At the start of the book, the preface indicates that the work stems from a collaborative endeavor, with John Lang reflecting on his late brother's intent to capture the essence of the Border region. The opening chapter introduces the Border as a place steeped in history and mythology, discussing its ever-shifting boundaries and the significance of places like Berwick. The narrative incorporates anecdotes, historical events, and local folklore while inviting readers to journey through the enchanting and often tumultuous history associated with this region, marked by tales of forays, battles, and even ghostly apparitions that linger in the landscape. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Lang, Andrew, 1844-1912
Author: Lang, John, 1849-1917
Illustrator: Thomson, Hugh, 1860-1920
EBook No.: 47800
Published: Dec 29, 2014
Downloads: 168
Language: English
Subject: Scottish Borders (Scotland) -- Description and travel
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.