Through East Anglia in a Motor Car

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Vincent, James Edmund, 1857-1909

Contributor:

Southgate, Frank, 1872-1916

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Through East Anglia in a Motor Car" by J. E. Vincent is a travelogue written in the early 20th century. This work serves as a guide for motorists exploring the scenic regions of East Anglia, detailing roads, attractions, and historical observations. The narrative introduces the experiences of the author and his companions as they navigate the roads between various towns, emphasizing both the beauty of the journey and practical travel considerations. The opening of the book recounts the initial leg of the journey, starting from Oxford and traveling to Cambridge. Here, Vincent humorously depicts the challenges of navigating through traffic in narrow streets and reflects on his experiences visiting notable landmarks in Cambridge such as King's College Chapel. As they head toward Newmarket and Bury St. Edmunds, Vincent's narrative blends personal anecdotes with historical insights, showcasing the charm of the English countryside while also addressing the practicalities of motor travel. His observations about local customs, hotel experiences, and the condition of the roads add depth to the travel experience, making it both informative and engaging for readers interested in the motorist's journey through this picturesque region of England. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

E-text prepared by Juliet Sutherland, Josephine Paolucci, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team

Notes:

Reading ease score: 59.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Release date is 2012-02-20