The Belloc, Hilaire 1870-1953 creator Hyde, William Henry 1858-1925 text utu 2012 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "The Old Road" by Hilaire Belloc is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work explores the ancient thoroughfare that connects Winchester to Canterbury, delving into its significance and the historical context surrounding it. The author seeks not only to retrace this route but also to uncover the stories and origins tied to its existence, providing a reflection on the importance of roads in shaping human civilization. The opening of the book presents Belloc’s fascination with the concept of "The Road," emphasizing its primal significance to humanity. He describes how roads have historically influenced settlement patterns, commerce, and even religion, serving as vital arteries connecting various aspects of life. Belloc sets the stage for his exploration by highlighting his desire to reconnect with the past, suggesting that through understanding these ancient paths, one can gain insight into the lives and movements of early peoples. He introduces the concept of a journey—both literal and metaphorical—aiming to regenerate a connection with the historical and cultural echoes that linger along the Old Road from Winchester to Canterbury. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2012-09-14 Produced by Melissa McDaniel and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) Original publication data not identified England -- Description and travel England -- Antiquities Roads -- Great Britain DA Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/40759 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/40759 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133930.0 40759