The Scientific Tourist through Ireland : in which the traveller is directed to the principal objects of antiquity, art, science & the picturesque

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Walford, Thomas, 1752-1833

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"The Scientific Tourist through Ireland" by Thomas Walford is a travel guide written in the early 19th century. This work serves as a comprehensive resource for tourists exploring Ireland, detailing principal sites of antiquity, art, science, and picturesque landscapes across various counties. It aims to facilitate an understanding of Ireland's natural and historical significance for travelers, especially those with a keen interest in its antiquities. The opening of the book introduces the concept of traveling through Ireland with an emphasis on experiencing its rich history and beautiful landscapes. It discusses the practicality of visiting various sites, highlighting the means of transport available during that period, such as provincial coaches and good roads. Additionally, the author offers insights into the country's climate and geography, elaborating on notable natural features, including its lakes, rivers, and mountains. This introductory section sets the stage for a journey filled with historical exploration and appreciation of the scenic beauty found in Ireland. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Chris Whitehead, Demian Katz and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (Images courtesy of the Digital Library@Villanova University (http://digital.library.villanova.edu/))

Notes:

Reading ease score: 61.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Release date is 2015-04-20