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Title: On Cambrian and Cumbrian Hills: Pilgrimages to Snowdon and Scafell
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Produced by Jan-Fabian Humann and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was
produced from images generously made available by The
Internet Archive)
Summary: "On Cambrian and Cumbrian Hills: Pilgrimages to Snowdon and Scafell" by Henry S. Salt is a reflective travelogue written in the early 20th century. This work delves into the author's personal experiences and deep appreciation for the Welsh and Cumbrian mountains, particularly Snowdon and Scafell. The book explores themes of nature, solitude, and the spiritual connection one can have with these landscapes, emphasizing the importance of preserving their beauty. The opening of the book sets the stage for Salt's exploration, highlighting his view that one need not venture to foreign lands to find grandeur in mountains. Instead, he argues that the British hills, particularly in Carnarvonshire and Cumberland, hold equal majesty. Salt introduces the concept of the "mountain pilgrim," those who appreciate mountains not only for their physical challenges but for the profound peace and inspiration they can provide. He contrasts the modern climber's quest for adventure with the deep, soulful reverence of nature wrested from centuries of rustic life, inviting readers to appreciate the transformative power of these mountainous sanctuaries. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 44.5 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Author: Salt, Henry S., 1851-1939
EBook No.: 48700
Published: Apr 13, 2015
Downloads: 144
Language: English
Subject: Caernarvonshire (Wales) -- Description and travel
Subject: Cumberland (England) -- Description and travel
Subject: Mountains -- Great Britain
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: On Cambrian and Cumbrian Hills: Pilgrimages to Snowdon and Scafell
Credits:
Produced by Jan-Fabian Humann and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was
produced from images generously made available by The
Internet Archive)
Summary: "On Cambrian and Cumbrian Hills: Pilgrimages to Snowdon and Scafell" by Henry S. Salt is a reflective travelogue written in the early 20th century. This work delves into the author's personal experiences and deep appreciation for the Welsh and Cumbrian mountains, particularly Snowdon and Scafell. The book explores themes of nature, solitude, and the spiritual connection one can have with these landscapes, emphasizing the importance of preserving their beauty. The opening of the book sets the stage for Salt's exploration, highlighting his view that one need not venture to foreign lands to find grandeur in mountains. Instead, he argues that the British hills, particularly in Carnarvonshire and Cumberland, hold equal majesty. Salt introduces the concept of the "mountain pilgrim," those who appreciate mountains not only for their physical challenges but for the profound peace and inspiration they can provide. He contrasts the modern climber's quest for adventure with the deep, soulful reverence of nature wrested from centuries of rustic life, inviting readers to appreciate the transformative power of these mountainous sanctuaries. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 44.5 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Author: Salt, Henry S., 1851-1939
EBook No.: 48700
Published: Apr 13, 2015
Downloads: 144
Language: English
Subject: Caernarvonshire (Wales) -- Description and travel
Subject: Cumberland (England) -- Description and travel
Subject: Mountains -- Great Britain
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.