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100 1 _aBrannon, George,
_d1784-1860
245 1 0 _aBrannon's Picture of The Isle of Wight :
_bThe Expeditious Traveller's Index to Its Prominent Beauties & Objects of Interest. Compiled Especially with Reference to Those Numerous Visitors Who Can Spare but Two or Three Days to Make the Tour of the Island.
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2005
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
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_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2005-07-24
508 _aE-text prepared by richyfourtytwo, Martin Pettit, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team (https://www.pgdp.net/)
520 _a"Brannon's Picture of The Isle of Wight" by George Brannon is a travel guide written in the early 19th century. The book serves as a concise resource for visitors wishing to explore the Isle of Wight's notable attractions and natural beauty, specifically tailored for those with limited time to spare for their visit. Its primary focus is on effectively guiding tourists to remarkable landmarks and scenic spots across the island while providing just enough context and description to enhance their experience. The opening of the guide establishes the author's extensive familiarity with the Isle of Wight, having resided there for nearly forty years. It introduces the island as a charming blend of natural landscapes including hills, dales, and coastlines, while emphasizing its appeal as a summer retreat. Brannon positions the text as an "intelligent Cicerone," offering practical advice and a clear itinerary for visitors. He suggests that the guide will serve as an essential index, enabling tourists to navigate popular sights and avoid missing notable features during their expeditions. The tone is informative, aiming to spark interest and facilitate a deeper appreciation for the island's rich natural and historical attributes. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aIsle of Wight (England) -- Description and travel
653 _aIsle of Wight (England) -- Guidebooks
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/16356
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