A Canterbury Pilgrimage by Joseph Pennell and Elizabeth Robins Pennell
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"A Canterbury Pilgrimage" by Joseph Pennell and Elizabeth Robins Pennell is a travel narrative that was written in the late 19th century. The book recounts the authors' journey as they follow a historical route from London to Canterbury, reminiscent of the famous pilgrimage described in Geoffrey Chaucer's "The Canterbury Tales." It captures the essence of their experience on a tricycle, exploring the landscape, culture, and history encountered along the way. The narrative
is infused with rich descriptions and observations about the places visited and the people encountered, blending historical context with personal reflections. The authors intricately detail their journey, starting in London and meandering through various villages and landscapes, showcasing both the natural beauty and historical significance of Kent. They meet other pilgrims, contemplate the legacy of Chaucer's characters, and engage with the local populace, intertwining humor with the nostalgia of pilgrimage, ultimately culminating in their arrival at the Canterbury Cathedral, the destination revered for its spiritual significance. Through their writing and illustrations, the Pennells create an evocative tribute to both the journey and the tradition of pilgrimage. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Pennell, Joseph, 1857-1926 |
|---|---|
| Author | Pennell, Elizabeth Robins, 1855-1936 |
| LoC No. | 03017752 |
| Title | A Canterbury Pilgrimage |
| Note | Illustrated by the authors. |
| Credits | E-text prepared by the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive (www.archive.org) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 76.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe |
| Subject | Bicycle touring -- England |
| Subject | Kent (England) -- Description and travel |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 36383 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-36383-7 |
| Release Date | Jun 11, 2011 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 491 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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