02479cam a22003493u 4500 34866 UtSlPG 20260610133809.0 m cr n 260607r2011||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 DA Finden, W. (William), 1787-1852 The Ports, Harbours, Watering-places and Picturesque Scenery of Great Britain Vol. 1 Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2011 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2011-01-06 Produced by Chris Curnow, Susan Skinner 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 Ports, Harbours, Watering-places and Picturesque Scenery of Great Britain" is a descriptive and historical publication produced in the mid-19th century. This work explores and illustrates various coastal locations in Great Britain, emphasizing their scenic beauty, historical significance, and maritime activities. The text likely serves as both a travel guide and a historical account, shedding light on the importance of these harbours in England's cultural and economic landscape. The opening portion introduces several key locations, such as Tynemouth Lighthouse and Harwich, detailing their histories and geographical significance. For instance, Tynemouth is portrayed as a hazardous yet picturesque spot known for shipwrecks, highlighting the vital role of lifeboats in safeguarding crews. The descriptions blend artistic perspective with factual detail, painting a comprehensive picture of these maritime sites. As the narrative unfolds, it offers not just views of the landscape but also insights into the local commerce, fishing trade, and notable historical events that shaped these communities. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Coasts -- Great Britain -- Pictorial works Great Britain -- Pictorial works Bartlett, W. H. (William Henry), 1809-1854 Creswick, Thomas, 1811-1869 Harding, James Duffield, 1798-1863 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/34866 75712 75712