Highways and Byways in Cambridge and Ely
Conybeare, John William Edward, 1843-1931
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- Conybeare, John William Edward, 1843-1931
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- Mekân
- Yayın tarihi
- 2012-02-01
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- OBA Akademik ve Kültürel Yayın Platformu
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- Anahtar kelimeler
- Cambridgeshire (England) -- Description and travel, Isle of Ely (England) -- Description and travel, DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
Kısa tanıtım
"Highways and Byways in Cambridge and Ely" by Rev. Edward Conybeare is a descriptive travelogue written in the early 20th century. This account explores the historic and architectural significance of Cambridge and Ely, detailing the local scenery, notable landmarks, and the profound impact of their rich history. The book offers insights into lesser-known corners of these areas, contrasting the picturesque byways with the more mundane highways usually traveled by visitors. The opening of the work sets the stage by addressing common perceptions regarding Cambridgeshire's landscape, noting how its flatness may lack the dramatic features found elsewhere in England. However, Conybeare emphasizes the charm of the region's byways, showcasing its quaint villages, lush greenery, and historic churches. He introduces Cambridge as a town renowned for its academic heritage and beautiful architecture, highlighting the significance of its colleges, the beauty of the Backs, and the historical intricacies that underlie the development of the University. This initial exploration aims to lure readers beyond the typical tourist attractions, inviting them to discover the unique character and stories hidden within the enchanting landscape of Cambridge and Ely. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Hazırlayanlar: Produced by Colin Bell, Christine P. Travers and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) Kaynak: Project Gutenberg (eBook 38735). Public domain in the USA. https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/38735
Önizleme
"Highways and Byways in Cambridge and Ely" by Rev. Edward Conybeare is a descriptive travelogue written in the early 20th century. This account explores the historic and architectural significance of Cambridge and Ely, detailing the local scenery, notable landmarks, and the profound impact of their rich history. The book offers insights into lesser-known corners of these areas, contrasting the picturesque byways with the more mundane highways usually traveled by visitors. The opening of the work sets the stage by addressing common perceptions regarding Cambridgeshire's landscape, noting how its flatness may lack the dramatic features found elsewhere in England. However, Conybeare emphasizes the charm of the region's byways, showcasing its quaint villages, lush greenery, and historic churches. He introduces Cambridge as a town renowned for its academic heritage and beautiful architecture,
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