Publisher's Synopsis
The Northwest Peninsula of Iceland is a travel journal written by Charles William Shepherd, detailing his tour of Iceland during the spring and summer of 1862. The book provides a comprehensive description of the landscape, people, and culture of Iceland, with a particular focus on the northwest peninsula.Shepherd's account is both informative and entertaining, as he vividly describes his experiences of traveling through Iceland's rugged terrain, encountering its unique flora and fauna, and interacting with its friendly inhabitants. He also provides insights into Icelandic history and folklore, as well as the customs and traditions of its people.The book is an important historical document, providing a valuable snapshot of Iceland during a time of great change and transition. It is also a fascinating read for anyone interested in travel, adventure, and exploration, as well as those interested in Icelandic culture and history.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.
