The Portsmouth Road and Its Tributaries: To-Day and in Days of Old (eBook)

Enriched edition. Journey Through Literary Landmarks: A Cultural Exploration

Charles G. Harper (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2019
4068 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
405-766456257-9 (EAN)

Infos

In "The Portsmouth Road and Its Tributaries: To-Day and in Days of Old," Charles G. Harper offers an insightful examination of one of England's most notable highways and its historical significance. Harper employs a vivid literary style laden with descriptive prose, which transports readers through time, revealing the cultural and social dynamics along the Portsmouth Road from the early days to contemporary life. This work masterfully intertwines history, geography, and anecdotal narratives, making it a rich tapestry that showcases the evolution of travel, commerce, and community along this vital thoroughfare. Charles G. Harper was a passionate antiquarian and a keen observer of his country's landscape and history. His extensive travels and deep-seated appreciation for England's cultural heritage galvanized his writing. Harper's unique perspective as both a historian and a lover of the picturesque allows him to create a nuanced portrayal of the Portsmouth Road, illuminating not just its path but also the characters and stories that embody its legacy. This book is a must-read for anyone intrigued by historical travel narratives, social history, or English culture. Harper's engaging writing and meticulous research provide a captivating exploration that will resonate with enthusiasts of travel literature and history alike, inviting readers to discover the layers of history hidden in landscapes familiar yet profoundly transformed.

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- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
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Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 4.12.2019
• Einführung: Jamie Hicks
• Mitarbeit: Kommentare: Jamie Hicks
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► Neuzeit bis 1918
• Themenwelt: Reisen ► Reiseführer
• Schlagworte: 19th century roads • bookish journey • British Literature • British travel history • Charles G. Harper • Cultural heritage exploration • Description and travel • Detailed historical accounts • economic impact analysis • England • english countryside • Historical road narrative • History of Great Britain • Iconic English routes • Landscape description artistry • literary exploration • Literary History • Literary landmarks • literary travelogue • Portsmouth Road • Romanticized past reflections • Social change examination • social life and customs • Travel writing • Victorian England journeys