Baring-Gould, S. (Sabine) 1834-1924 creator Wylie, J. text utu 2016 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Brittany" by S. Baring-Gould is a travel guide written in the early 20th century. This book explores the landscapes, people, culture, and historical richness of Brittany, a region in the northwest of France. The author offers insights into various attractions, including the natural scenery, architecture, and local customs, making it a valuable resource for tourists and scholars interested in the unique characteristics of this region. The opening of "Brittany" sets the stage for an exploration of the area's geography and cultural allure, noting that while it may not boast superlative beauty compared to other regions, its charm lies within its distinctive people and remarkable churches. S. Baring-Gould critiques the disfigured state of trees and the lack of grand mountain scenery, yet emphasizes the quaintness of valleys and local architecture. He highlights the deep-rooted religious fervor among the Breton people and anticipates that both ordinary tourists and those with a scholarly interest will find endless topics for exploration, from ancient monuments to evolving traditions, indicating a region teeming with life and history waiting to be discovered. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2016-01-24 Produced by David Edwards, Les Galloway 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 Brittany (France) -- Guidebooks DC Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/51022 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/51022 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134155.0 51022