The Scouring of the White Horse; Or, The Long Vacation Ramble of a London Clerk
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"The Scouring of the White Horse; Or, The Long Vacation Ramble of a London Clerk" by the author of “Tom Brown’s School Days” is a novel composed in the mid-19th century. This narrative follows the main character, a London clerk named Richard, as he embarks on a holiday trip from the city to Berkshire to reconnect with his rural roots and discover the legend of the ancient White Horse, all while experiencing
the vibrant local culture and traditions. The opening of the book sets the stage for Richard's journey, beginning with an account of his office life, where he receives his quarterly pay and discusses plans for his upcoming holiday with co-workers. Excited about his time off, Richard decides to visit his old friend Joe in the countryside. With an invitation from Joe to witness the "scouring" of the White Horse, an ancient hill carving, Richard contemplates the history and mythology associated with this landmark as he prepares for the adventure. The narrative captures his thoughts and interactions with his friends, highlighting his enthusiasm for the holiday and providing a glimpse into both his character and the customs of the English countryside. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Hughes, Thomas, 1822-1896 |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Doyle, Richard, 1824-1883 |
| LoC No. | 2008460657 |
| Title | The Scouring of the White Horse; Or, The Long Vacation Ramble of a London Clerk |
| Credits |
Produced by David Edwards and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 80.8 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe |
| Subject | White Horse, Vale of (England) |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 53241 |
| Release Date | Oct 9, 2016 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 565 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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