Peeps at many lands: Wales by E. M. Wilmot-Buxton
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| Author | Wilmot-Buxton, E. M. (Ethel Mary) |
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| LoC No. | a11002709 |
| Title | Peeps at many lands: Wales |
| Original Publication | United Kingdom: Adam and Charles Black, 1911. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 69.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Fiona Holmes and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries. |
| Summary | "Peeps at Many Lands: Wales" by E. M. Wilmot-Buxton is a travelogue written in the early 20th century. This work offers readers a glimpse into the rich history, culture, and landscapes of Wales, blending modern industry with ancient legends and romantic tales. The author takes the reader through lesser-known locales, showcasing the allure of Wales beyond the typical tourist paths. The opening of the book introduces readers to the enchanting nature of Wales, emphasizing its duality as a region steeped in history while simultaneously engaging in modern industries like coal-mining and slate-quarrying. The author begins with a Welsh legend about the witch Caridwen and the magical cauldron of knowledge, drawing parallels between this myth and the rich tapestry of Welsh identity. The reader is invited to explore various places, such as the rugged landscapes of Snowdon and the historical struggles for independence, as depicted through the tales of figures like Llewelyn and Owen Glendower. Overall, the introduction sets the tone for a journey through a land shaped by its past, imbued with stories and steeped in a captivating spirit. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe |
| Subject | Wales -- Description and travel |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 70214 |
| Release Date | Mar 6, 2023 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 111 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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