The English Lake District by Joan Berenice Reynolds and A. Heaton Cooper

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Editor Reynolds, Joan Berenice
Illustrator Cooper, A. Heaton (Alfred Heaton), 1863-1929
Title The English Lake District
Note Reading ease score: 74.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "The English Lake District" by Joan Berenice Reynolds and A. Heaton Cooper is a richly illustrated exploration of the scenic landscapes and cultural significance of the Lake District, written in the early 20th century. This book serves as a detailed guide and appreciation of a region renowned for its natural beauty and historical connections to famous poets such as William Wordsworth and Samuel Taylor Coleridge. It captures the essence of the area's charms through poetic excerpts, historical context, and vivid descriptions of its lakes, mountains, and villages. The content of the book intricately weaves together descriptions of the Lake District’s iconic sites, such as Grasmere, Derwentwater, and Wastwater, alongside the reflections and writings of notable literary figures who found inspiration in this landscape. Readers will find poetic snippets and personal anecdotes that highlight the emotional and aesthetic appreciation of nature in this region. By examining specific locations and their histories, as well as the lives of influential individuals like Wordsworth and Ruskin, the book provides insights into how the natural surroundings of the Lake District profoundly shaped the cultural and literary heritage of England. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Lake District (England) -- Pictorial works
Subject Lake District (England) -- Literary collections
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EBook-No. 41431
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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