TY  - BOOK
AU  - Quiller-Couch,Arthur
AU  - Parsons,Alfred
TI  - The Warwickshire Avon
AV  - DA 
PY  - 2021///
CY  - Salt Lake City, UT
PB  - Project Gutenberg
KW  - Warwickshire (England) -- Description and travel
KW  - Avon, River (Leicestershire-Gloucestershire, England)
N1  - Release date is 2021-03-12; Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images available at The Internet Archive); Original publication data not identified
N2  - "The Warwickshire Avon" by Arthur Quiller-Couch is a descriptive journey and travel narrative written in the late 19th century. The work explores the picturesque landscapes along the River Avon, intertwining its observations with elements of history, nature, and local lore. Through this exploration, it offers readers a glimpse into the beautiful and often storied scenery that marks the river's course from its source to its confluence with the Severn.  The opening portion of the narrative sets the stage for a leisurely exploration of the Avon as the authors embark on their journey in Northamptonshire. They describe the rural landscape adorned with natural beauty, detailing the shifting scenery and historical sites like Naseby, where significant battles took place. The authors, introduced as P. and Q., engage in thoughtful reflections about the regions they traverse, grounding their observations in history—including the battle of Naseby—while inviting readers to appreciate the serenity of the countryside. There is a sense of nostalgia and reverence for nature and history as they follow the river, painting vivid pictures of the sights and experiences they encounter along the way. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
UR  - https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/64801
ER  -