Rivers of Great Britain. The Thames, from Source to Sea. by Various
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"Rivers of Great Britain: The Thames, from Source to Sea" by Various is a descriptive, historical, and pictorial account written in the late 19th century. The work explores the River Thames, detailing its journey from its source in the Cotswolds to the estuary at the North Sea, encompassing rich natural descriptions and historical anecdotes. This narrative invites readers to appreciate not only the physical journey of the river but also the cultural
and ecological significance of this iconic waterway. The opening of the book sets the scene at the source of the Thames, highlighting the beauty and tranquility of the area in the Cotswolds, specifically at Thames Head. The narrator describes the lush surroundings, the delicate balance of nature, and delves into the historical debates regarding the true source of the river. The text weaves together observations of local flora and fauna, reflections on human intervention, and mentions of ancient traditions, all while inviting the reader to embark on an adventure along one of Britain’s most notable rivers. The opening effectively establishes a serene and contemplative mood, preparing the reader for a journey filled with natural beauty and historical depth. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Various |
|---|---|
| Title |
Rivers of Great Britain. The Thames, from Source to Sea. Descriptive, Historical, Pictorial |
| Contents | Above Oxford / W. Senior -- Oxford to Abingdon / D. MacColl -- Abingdon to Streatley / J. Penderel-Brodhurst -- Streatley to Henley / W. Senior -- Henley to Maidenhead / Rev. Professor Bonney -- Maidenhead to Windsor / H. Schütz Wilson -- Windsor to Hampton Court / Godfrey Wordsworth Turner -- Hampton Court to Richmond / J. Penderel-Brodhurst -- Richmond to Battersea / Rev. Professor Bonney -- Battersea to London Bridge / Edmund Ollier. -- London Bridge to Gravesend / Aaron Watson -- Gravesend to the Nore / J. Runciman. |
| Credits |
Produced by Chris Curnow, Reiner Ruf 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: 60.6 (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 | Thames Valley (England) -- Description and travel |
| Subject | Thames River (England) -- Description and travel |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 46818 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-46818-1 |
| Release Date | Sep 9, 2014 |
| Last Update | Oct 24, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 848 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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