9780243088249 - A Descriptive Tour, and Guide to the Lakes, Caves, Mountains, and Other Natural Curiosities, in Cumberland, Westmoreland, Lancashire, and a Part of the West Riding ... (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book is a guide to the mountains and lakes of the English Lake District, written c. 1830. It describes the history, geography, and culture of the region, providing historical detail on abbeys, castles, and villages. The author takes an interdisciplinary approach and includes insights from local folklore and poetry in addition to his own observations from his journeys through the area. The author conveys a sense of wonder and curiosity about the natural world and the people who inhabited the region, weaving together insights from literature, history, geography, natural history, and folklore. Throughout, he shares practical tips for travelers such as distances between towns, safety concerns, and transportation options. This book offers a unique perspective on the Lake District that will appeal to travelers, historians, and anyone interested in the intersection of nature and culture. 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.