A Tour From London To The Lakes

A Tour From London To The Lakes Containing Natural, Economical, And Literary Observations (1792)

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""A Tour From London To The Lakes: Containing Natural, Economical, And Literary Observations"" is a travelogue written by an anonymous author known only as ""A Gentleman"" and published in 1792. The book details the author's journey from London to the Lake District in northwestern England, providing a colorful and detailed account of the landscape, people, and culture of the region. The author describes the natural beauty of the Lake District, including its mountains, lakes, and forests, and provides detailed observations on the flora and fauna of the area. They also delve into the economic and social conditions of the region, discussing the local industries, agriculture, and customs of the people who live there. Throughout the book, the author also includes literary references and allusions, discussing the works of poets such as William Wordsworth and Samuel Taylor Coleridge, who were both associated with the Lake District. Overall, ""A Tour From London To The Lakes"" offers a fascinating glimpse into life in late 18th-century England, providing readers with a rich and detailed portrait of one of the country's most beautiful and culturally significant regions.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Book information

ISBN: 9781104601959
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Imprint: Kessinger Publishing
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Language: English
Number of pages: 124
Weight: 190g
Height: 228mm
Width: 152mm
Spine width: 6mm