02420cam a22003133u 4500 56462 UtSlPG 20260610134312.0 m cr n 260607r2018||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 DA Gibson, Alexander Craig, 1813-1874 The Old Man; or, Ravings and Ramblings round Conistone Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2018 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2018-01-29 Produced by MFR, 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) "The Old Man; or, Ravings and Ramblings round Conistone" by Alexander Craig Gibson is a guidebook mixed with personal anecdotes written in the mid-19th century. The work focuses on the Lake District, specifically the area around Conistone, and aims to provide a detailed exploration of the region’s geography, beauty, and local culture. The author weaves in humor and personal observations alongside factual descriptions, making it a unique blend of travel literature and local history. The opening of the book sets the tone with Gibson reflecting on the inadequacy of more general guides to capture the richness of specific locales like Conistone. He proposes that an in-depth exploration authored by someone with intimate knowledge of the area could provide a more accurate and engaging picture. The narrative introduces Conistone and its attractions, detailing the landscape, the local populace, and the history associated with the region, all while showcasing Gibson’s passion for his subject matter. Additionally, he hints at the wealth of anecdotes and insights awaiting the reader, suggesting his work will serve as both a guide to the beautiful scenery and a commentary on the lives of those who inhabit it. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Lake District (England) -- Description and travel Coniston (Cumbria, England) -- Description and travel https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/56462 97293 97293