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Title: Seaward Sussex: The South Downs from End to End
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Produced by Dave Morgan, Beth Trapaga and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team.
Summary: "Seaward Sussex: The South Downs from End to End" by Edric Holmes is a detailed travelogue and historical account written in the early 20th century. This work explores the rich scenery, history, and cultural significance of the South Downs in Sussex, England, inviting readers to experience its landscapes, villages, and historical landmarks while also reflecting on broader themes like nature and local heritage. The opening of the book introduces readers to the charm and freedom of the Sussex Downs, embellished with literary references that express the allure of the natural landscape. Holmes acknowledges the influence of earlier writers and historians while portraying the Downs as "delectable mountains" that provide comfort to those longing for nature’s beauty. He notes the geological features and flora of the region and highlights the joys of walking through this countryside. The introduction sets the stage for a journey along the Downs, promising vivid descriptions of the towns, churches, and valleys the traveller will encounter, emphasizing the enduring connection between Sussex's history and the landscapes that define it. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 65.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Author: Holmes, Edric, 1873-1949
Illustrator: Vigers, Mary M.
EBook No.: 12585
Published: Jun 1, 2004
Downloads: 322
Language: English
Subject: Sussex (England) -- Description and travel
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Seaward Sussex: The South Downs from End to End
Credits:
Produced by Dave Morgan, Beth Trapaga and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team.
Summary: "Seaward Sussex: The South Downs from End to End" by Edric Holmes is a detailed travelogue and historical account written in the early 20th century. This work explores the rich scenery, history, and cultural significance of the South Downs in Sussex, England, inviting readers to experience its landscapes, villages, and historical landmarks while also reflecting on broader themes like nature and local heritage. The opening of the book introduces readers to the charm and freedom of the Sussex Downs, embellished with literary references that express the allure of the natural landscape. Holmes acknowledges the influence of earlier writers and historians while portraying the Downs as "delectable mountains" that provide comfort to those longing for nature’s beauty. He notes the geological features and flora of the region and highlights the joys of walking through this countryside. The introduction sets the stage for a journey along the Downs, promising vivid descriptions of the towns, churches, and valleys the traveller will encounter, emphasizing the enduring connection between Sussex's history and the landscapes that define it. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 65.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Author: Holmes, Edric, 1873-1949
Illustrator: Vigers, Mary M.
EBook No.: 12585
Published: Jun 1, 2004
Downloads: 322
Language: English
Subject: Sussex (England) -- Description and travel
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.