This edition had all images removed.
Title:
The Pedestrian's Guide through North Wales
A tour performed in 1837
Note: Reading ease score: 61.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: Transcribed from the 1838 Henry Colburn edition by David Price. Many thanks to Mold Library for allowing their copy to be consulted
Summary: "The Pedestrian's Guide Through North Wales" by G. J. Bennett is a travelogue written in the early 19th century. The book serves as a comprehensive guide for tourists wishing to explore the scenic beauty of North Wales, detailing its landscapes, historical sites, and the pleasures of pedestrian travel. Through vivid descriptions and anecdotes, Bennett captures the charm of the region, enticing readers to embark on their own excursions. The opening of the guide sets the stage for an adventure through North Wales, beginning with preparations for a journey that promises encounters with nature and folklore. With engaging storytelling, Bennett introduces his readers to the characters and landscapes they will meet on their travels, including quaint villages and notable historical landmarks. The narrative weaves together reflections on the joys of exploration and the anticipation that accompanies setting off on foot, while also hinting at the colorful characters one might encounter along the way, from eccentric fellow travelers to the simple, hearty peasantry of the region. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Bennett, G. J. (George John), 1800-1879
Illustrator: Clint, Alfred, 1807-1883
EBook No.: 64203
Published: Jan 3, 2021
Downloads: 93
Language: English
Subject: Wales, North -- 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 Pedestrian's Guide through North Wales
A tour performed in 1837
Note: Reading ease score: 61.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: Transcribed from the 1838 Henry Colburn edition by David Price. Many thanks to Mold Library for allowing their copy to be consulted
Summary: "The Pedestrian's Guide Through North Wales" by G. J. Bennett is a travelogue written in the early 19th century. The book serves as a comprehensive guide for tourists wishing to explore the scenic beauty of North Wales, detailing its landscapes, historical sites, and the pleasures of pedestrian travel. Through vivid descriptions and anecdotes, Bennett captures the charm of the region, enticing readers to embark on their own excursions. The opening of the guide sets the stage for an adventure through North Wales, beginning with preparations for a journey that promises encounters with nature and folklore. With engaging storytelling, Bennett introduces his readers to the characters and landscapes they will meet on their travels, including quaint villages and notable historical landmarks. The narrative weaves together reflections on the joys of exploration and the anticipation that accompanies setting off on foot, while also hinting at the colorful characters one might encounter along the way, from eccentric fellow travelers to the simple, hearty peasantry of the region. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Bennett, G. J. (George John), 1800-1879
Illustrator: Clint, Alfred, 1807-1883
EBook No.: 64203
Published: Jan 3, 2021
Downloads: 93
Language: English
Subject: Wales, North -- Description and travel
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.