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Journeys in England – Jack Simmons

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Categories: Non Fiction, Travel
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Even up to the middle of the last century travelling in England often required considerable physical and mental fortitude. Sometimes it ex posed the unfortunate traveller to real hazards. It is not surprising, therefore, to find that eminent writers, through the ages, have found in their own personal experiences of travel in England? on foot and on horseback, by coach and train, on the water and in the air? the theme for some of their most memorable pieces of descriptive writing. In compiling this unique volume, Professor Simmons has drawn much material from accepted writers of English literature, but he also makes use of little-known letters and diaries and reminiscences. Prefaced by an informative general introduction, here is his ultimate selection consisting of descriptions of some ninety journeys of widely different kinds? ranging from Chaucer’s account of the departure of the Canterbury Pilgrims to Mr John Betjeman’s account of a tram ride through North London

 

Hardback

 

Condition – A little wear and tear; Otherwise OK

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