The Ports, Harbours, Watering-places and Picturesque Scenery of Great Britain (Vol. 1&2) (eBook)

Complete Edition

W. Finden (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2023
403 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654772343-1 (EAN)

Infos

W. Finden's "The Ports, Harbours, Watering-places and Picturesque Scenery of Great Britain" (Vol. 1 & 2) presents a rich tapestry of England's diverse coastal landscapes and vital maritime infrastructure. This meticulously crafted work combines intricate descriptions with beautifully rendered illustrations, capturing both the geological contours and the human activities that have shaped these locations. Written in an era marked by burgeoning tourism and a romantic reverence for nature, Finden's prose reflects the early Victorian spirit, emphasizing the aesthetic dimensions of travel alongside practical considerations of navigation and commerce. Finden, a distinguished topographical artist and engraver, was born in a time when Britain was experiencing an industrial revolution that converged with a growing appreciation for nature and heritage. His position as a prominent figure in the art community and his extensive travels around the coastline endowed him with a unique perspective on the landscapes he studied. His commitment to depicting the beauty and practicality of Britain's shores stems from both a personal passion for exploration and a broader societal interest in national identity during a time of rapid change. This book is an invaluable resource for scholars, historians, and travel enthusiasts alike. It not only serves as a visual record of Britain's natural beauty but also as a historical document capturing the essence of early Victorian perceptions of coastal life. Readers seeking insight into the relationship between geography and culture in Britain will find Finden's work both enlightening and aesthetically pleasing.

Autor

W. Finden, though not widely chronicled as an individual literary figure, contributed to the early 19th-century appreciation of the British landscape through art and printing. Primarily recognized for their intricate engravings, W. Finden, along with his brother Edward Finden, is prominently noted for producing works that detailed the scenic beauty across Britain. Their collaborative effort led to the creation of 'The Ports, Harbours, Watering-places and Picturesque Scenery of Great Britain' (Vol. 1&2), an exquisite two-volume collection, which offered readers a visual journey through Great Britain's coastal regions. This work not only captured the visual appeal of the British coastline but also encapsulated the romantic spirit of the age, emphasizing nature's majesty and the sublime. The books featured numerous steel engravings based on paintings by eminent artists of the time, and they contributed to the burgeoning interest in domestic travel and landscape art during that period. Unfortunately, historical references regarding W. Finden's personal life and comprehensive authorship remain limited, which suggests his acclaim stems mainly from his contributions to the field of engraving and visual arts rather than from a prolific literary career.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 16.11.2023
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Kunst / Musik / Theater ► Malerei / Plastik
• Themenwelt: Reisen ► Reiseführer ► Europa
• Themenwelt: Naturwissenschaften ► Biologie ► Ökologie / Naturschutz
• Schlagworte: 19th century Britain travel • 19th-century engravings • artistic engravings • artistic maritime descriptions • Book illustration • British coastal towns • British coastal towns guide • British coastlines • British seascapes • Coastal culture • engraved illustrations beauty • exquisite landscape portrayals • george iv • Great Britain scenery • historical British geography • Historical topography • Historical travelogue UK • industrialization era • maritime heritage • Maritime heritage Britain • Nature appreciation prose • nostalgic travel writing • Picturesque Britain landscapes • poetic coastal narratives • Robert Smirke • Romantic era landscapes • Romantic landscapes • scenic seascapes exploration • The Art of War • The Cambridge Modern History Collection • The Great Influenza • The Splendid and the Vile • Tomboyland • Travels with Myself and Another • United Kingdom ports history • Victorian era travel • Visual Narration • Walking Home • W. Finden illustrations • White Robe Black Robe