The Book of Coniston by W. G. Collingwood
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"The Book of Coniston" by W. G. Collingwood is a guidebook written in the early 20th century. This work serves as both an exploration of the natural beauty of the Coniston area and a historical narrative detailing its features, including mountains, lakes, and various historical sites. It likely offers insights into local culture, antiquities, and the geography of the region, appealing to both tourists and enthusiasts of the Lake District. The opening
of the narrative begins with a detailed account of a hike up Coniston Old Man, a prominent mountain in the area. The author describes the route, the natural scenery along the way, and the historical significance of certain landmarks, such as ancient rock formations and historical mining sites. Collingwood illustrates the terrain's dramatic features, including cliffs, waterfalls, and views of the surrounding landscape, while also referencing local lore and literature related to the region, thereby setting the tone for an informative and engaging exploration of Coniston. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Collingwood, W. G. (William Gershom), 1854-1932 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Book of Coniston |
| Credits |
Produced by Les Galloway, sp1nd 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: 68.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe |
| Subject | Torver (Cumbria, England) |
| Subject | Coniston (Cumbria, England) |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 43968 |
| Release Date | Oct 17, 2013 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 520 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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