My Account Log in

1 option

Motor Tours in the West Country

Project Gutenberg Online Catalog Available online

View online
Format:
Book
Author/Creator:
Stawell, Rodolph, Mrs., 1865-1949
Contributor:
Stawell, R. De S.
Language:
English
Physical Description:
1 online resource : multiple file formats
Place of Publication:
Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,
Summary:
"Motor Tours in the West Country" by Mrs. Rodolph Stawell is a detailed travel guide written in the early 20th century. The work is tailored for motor enthusiasts and travelers seeking to explore the beautiful landscapes and historical sites of the West Country in England, focusing primarily on regions such as Somerset, Devon, and Cornwall. It combines practical travel advice with rich descriptions of the scenery, history, and notable landmarks along the routes. The opening of the book sets a tone of enchantment and leisurely exploration as it begins with a poetic reflection on the allure of the West Country. The author describes the idyllic landscapes, including the Clifton Suspension Bridge and various charming towns, while emphasizing the inviting nature of the region that inspires a slow, contemplative journey. The route outlined in this portion highlights significant locations such as Wells, Clevedon, and Cheddar, capturing the essence of the area's historical significance, along with its picturesque scenery. The writing immerses readers in both the practicalities of traveling through the West Country and the enchanting tales associated with its landscapes. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Credits:
E-text prepared by Suzanne Shell and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http://www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive (https://archive.org)
Notes:
Reading ease score: 69.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Release date is 2017-03-21

The Penn Libraries is committed to describing library materials using current, accurate, and responsible language. If you discover outdated or inaccurate language, please fill out this feedback form to report it and suggest alternative language.

Find

Home Release notes

My Account

Shelf Request an item Bookmarks Fines and fees Settings

Guides

Using the Find catalog Using Articles+ Using your account