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Author | Silloway, Thomas W. (Thomas William), 1828-1910 |
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Author | Powers, Lee L. |
Title |
The Cathedral Towns and Intervening Places of England, Ireland and Scotland: A Description of Cities, Cathedrals, Lakes, Mountains, Ruins, and Watering-places. |
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Summary | "The Cathedral Towns and Intervening Places of England, Ireland and Scotland" by Thomas W. Silloway and Lee L. Powers is a descriptive travel account written in the late 19th century. This work explores several notable cities, cathedrals, natural sites, and ruins across England, Ireland, and Scotland, providing readers a glimpse into the authors' observations and reflections from their travels. The book aims to offer both knowledge and entertainment, drawing upon historical, biographical, and personal insights that could appeal to a broad audience, including those unable to conduct such journeys themselves. The opening of the volume introduces readers to the authors’ voyage from America to Queenstown, Cork. It vividly details their experiences aboard the ship, noting the interactions among fellow passengers, the varied sensations of sea travel, and the perceptible changes in weather. The narrative expresses the thrill and anticipation of approaching the shores of Ireland, describing their first impressions upon arrival, including the stunning views of the harbor and local scenery. As they set foot in Queenstown, there is a clear juxtaposition between the picturesque beauty of the landscape and the poverty observed in the town’s structures and inhabitants, setting the tone for a journey rich in both visual splendor and socio-economic commentary. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
Language | English |
LoC Class | DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe |
Subject | Great Britain -- Description and travel |
Category | Text |
EBook-No. | 45909 |
Release Date | Jun 7, 2014 |
Most Recently Updated | Jun 13, 2014 |
Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
Downloads | 87 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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