02327cam a22003253u 4500 53478 UtSlPG 20260610134231.0 m cr n 260607r2016||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 DA Snell, F. J. (Frederick John), 1862-1931 The Blackmore Country Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2016 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2016-11-08 Produced by Charlene Taylor, Chuck Greif 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 Blackmore Country" by F. J. Snell is a literary exploration and homage written in the early 20th century. The work reflects on the life and environment of the renowned novelist R. D. Blackmore, focusing on the regions that inspired his writings, particularly North Devon. The narrative celebrates Blackmore's deep connection to his homeland, emphasizing its impact on his literary creations and personal experiences. The opening of the work establishes a rich context, detailing the historical and geographical aspects of Blackmore's upbringing in East Devon, particularly in the village of Culmstock. It considers the complexities of defining "Blackmore Country," as it narrates insights into Blackmore's life, family background, and formative years amidst the stunning landscapes of North Devon. The text also addresses the local lore, landmarks, and industries that shaped the area, intertwining them with the author’s personal anecdotes and reflections to create a vivid picture of the region's charm and significance in Blackmore's literary career. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Devon (England) -- Description and travel Blackmore, R. D. (Richard Doddridge), 1825-1900 -- Homes and haunts -- England -- Devon Literary landmarks -- England -- Devon https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/53478 94312 94312