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100 1 _aMurphy, Thos. D.
_q(Thomas Dowler),
_d1866-1928
245 1 0 _aOn Old-World Highways :
_bA Book of Motor Rambles in France and Germany and the Record of a Pilgrimage from Land's End to John O'Groats in Britain
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2014
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2014-05-02
508 _aProduced by Sonya Schermann, Greg Bergquist and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
520 _a"On Old-World Highways" by Thos. D. Murphy is a historical travelogue written in the early 20th century. The text recounts leisurely motor journeys through scenic locations in France and Germany, along with the author's reflections on the places and experiences encountered during the road trips. The narrative highlights the charm of both the well-known and the overlooked picturesque spots throughout these regions. The beginning of the book sets the stage for a series of travel experiences, starting with the planning of a journey from London to France. The narrator introduces his party, which includes a capable guide referred to as "the Captain." As they navigate through the English countryside towards their crossing to Boulogne, they express anticipation for the adventures ahead. The opening also touches on the preparations made through the Royal Automobile Club, showcasing the enthusiasm and meticulous planning involved in motor travel during this period. As the journey unfolds, there is a blend of detailed observations about the roads, towns, and people encountered, inviting readers to join in the exploration of old-world charm. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aGermany -- Description and travel
653 _aFrance -- Description and travel
653 _aGreat Britain -- Description and travel
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/45567
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