Travel vignettes of companionship, country towns, and literary curiosities across England—woven with wit, warmth, and a keen eye for place.
In these travel scenes, two companions journey by sea and rail, pausing in towns from Oxford to London, Wells to Glastonbury. The narratives blend personal reflection with lively observations of landscapes, architecture, and the old stories that color every corner. The tone is lively, reflective, and accessible, offering readers a window into the charm of English towns, cultural trivia, and the simple pleasures of shared exploration.
Ideal for readers who love thoughtful travel writing that pairs place with personality and literary allusions.
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Excerpt from Princess and Pilgrim in England
If more persons would adopt the amiable plan of the Princess, doubtless many divorces might be avoided. However, this is mere theory, founded upon observation only, not reinforced by experience.
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Excerpt from Princess and Pilgrim in England
Princess and I have traveled much together, by land and sea, in sunshine and in storm, in far countries and in our own beloved land. We know all each other's little ways - a most desirable thing for traveling companions; better still, we have learned not to waste time and energy in trying to make each other over; we have further learned to avoid friction by refraining from the pernicious practice of trying to make each other comfortable according to the ideas of the experimenter without regard to the taste of the victim.
If Princess chooses to go to bed at eight o'clock, she does so; quietly and peaceably, without ostentation or unpleasant display of virtue.
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This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
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Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book follows the travels of two friends, referred to as Princess and Pilgrim, as they embark on a journey through England in the early 1900s. The author provides insightful commentary on the historical significance of various landmarks and figures from literature and politics. The book provides a glimpse into the lives of ordinary people as they navigate the social and cultural landscape of Edwardian England. The author also explores themes of friendship, class, and the role of women in society. Throughout the journey, the author weaves in personal anecdotes and observations, offering a unique and engaging perspective on the places and people they encounter. The book's insights into English history, literature, and society make it a valuable read for anyone interested in understanding the complexities of this fascinating period. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Nº de ref. del artículo: 9781330857519_0
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