The Ports, Harbours, Watering-places and Picturesque Scenery of Great Britain…
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"The Ports, Harbours, Watering-places and Picturesque Scenery of Great Britain" is a descriptive and historical publication produced in the mid-19th century. This work explores and illustrates various coastal locations in Great Britain, emphasizing their scenic beauty, historical significance, and maritime activities. The text likely serves as both a travel guide and a historical account, shedding light on the importance of these harbours in England's cultural and economic landscape. The opening portion introduces
several key locations, such as Tynemouth Lighthouse and Harwich, detailing their histories and geographical significance. For instance, Tynemouth is portrayed as a hazardous yet picturesque spot known for shipwrecks, highlighting the vital role of lifeboats in safeguarding crews. The descriptions blend artistic perspective with factual detail, painting a comprehensive picture of these maritime sites. As the narrative unfolds, it offers not just views of the landscape but also insights into the local commerce, fishing trade, and notable historical events that shaped these communities. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Finden, W. (William), 1787-1852 |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Bartlett, W. H. (William Henry), 1809-1854 |
| Illustrator | Creswick, Thomas, 1811-1869 |
| Illustrator | Harding, James Duffield, 1798-1863 |
| Title | The Ports, Harbours, Watering-places and Picturesque Scenery of Great Britain Vol. 1 |
| Credits |
Produced by Chris Curnow, Susan Skinner 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: 59.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe |
| Subject | Coasts -- Great Britain -- Pictorial works |
| Subject | Great Britain -- Pictorial works |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 34866 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-34866-7 |
| Release Date | Jan 6, 2011 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 1169 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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