| Author |
Stawell, Rodolph, Mrs., 1865-1949 |
| Photographer |
Stawell, R. De S. |
| LoC No. |
84167709
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| Title |
Motor Tours in Wales & the Border Counties
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| Alternate Title |
Motor Tours in Wales and the Border Counties
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 68.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
E-text prepared by Suzanne Shell, Paul Clark, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http://www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive/American Libraries (https://archive.org/details/americana); book cover image digitized by the Google Books Library Project (http://books.google.com) and generously made available by HathiTrust Digital Library (https://www.hathitrust.org/digital_library)
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| Summary |
"Motor Tours in Wales & the Border Counties" by Mrs. Rodolph Stawell is a travel guide written in the early 20th century. The book offers detailed descriptions and routes for motor tours through the scenic landscapes and historic sites of Wales and the surrounding border counties. It is likely aimed at those seeking to explore the beauty and history of these regions, with rich narratives that evoke both adventure and nostalgia. At the start of the book, the author sets the tone for the journey by reflecting on the joy of travel and the excitement of exploration. Drawing inspiration from the musings of a whimsical tramp, she emphasizes the thrill of the open road, capturing the beauty of landscapes, villages, and the stories hidden within them. The opening portion provides a vivid description of Shropshire, detailing places of historical significance, including Ludlow and its castle, while hinting at the charming experiences waiting for travelers as they meander through the rich tapestry of England's picturesque countryside. Stawell mixes personal reflections with historical anecdotes, creating a warm invitation to adventure for those taking to the motorways of Wales. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
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| Subject |
Wales -- Description and travel
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
53152 |
| Release Date |
Sep 27, 2016 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jun 13, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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