02440cam a22003373u 4500 60205 UtSlPG 20260610134404.0 m cr n 260607r2019||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 03001461 UtSlPG en iso639-1 DA Harper, Charles G. (Charles George), 1863-1943 The Cambridge, Ely, and King's Lynn Road: The Great Fenland Highway Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2019 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier "Illustrated by the author, and from old-time prints and pictures." Release date is 2019-09-01 Produced by Chris Curnow, Alan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) "The Cambridge, Ely, and King's Lynn Road: The Great Fenland Highway" by Charles G. Harper is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The work explores the rich history and significance of the old coaching route that connects these notable locations, ultimately offering insights into the journeys of travelers in past centuries. Through its detailed narrative, the book likely attracts readers interested in travel, history, and the evolution of transportation. The opening of this work sets the stage for an exploration of the ancient roads leading from London to Cambridge and beyond. Harper invokes the muse of history, Clio, as he paints vivid images of the landscapes, tribes, and significant historical events that characterize these routes. He contrasts the romanticized vision of travel in the past with the detached nature of modern railway travel. By introducing various periods of history, such as the Roman occupation and the ensuing chaos of invasions, Harper highlights how the road has evolved over centuries, inviting readers to appreciate the stories embedded in the paths they travel today. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified England -- Description and travel Fens, The (England) -- Description and travel https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/60205 101031 101031