In The Land Of Lorna Doone And Other Pleasurable Excursions In England (1895) - William Henry Rideing - Bog

In The Land Of Lorna Doone And Other Pleasurable Excursions In England (1895) is a travelogue written by William Henry Rideing. The book takes the reader on a journey through various regions of England, including the West Country, the Lake District, and the Scottish borders. In each location, Rideing describes the natural beauty of the area, as well as its history and culture.The title of the book refers to the West Country, where Rideing visits the setting of the novel Lorna Doone by R.D. Blackmore. He describes the landscape and history of the area, as well as his own impressions of the novel.Throughout the book, Rideing also discusses various aspects of English life, such as the countryside, architecture, and social customs. He includes anecdotes about his own experiences, such as attending a cricket match and visiting a country fair.Overall, In The Land Of Lorna Doone And Other Pleasurable Excursions In England offers a charming and informative account of England in the late 19th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in travel writing or English history and culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.