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100 1 _aHarper, Charles G.
_q(Charles George),
_d1863-1943
245 1 0 _aWessex
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2019
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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_2rdacarrier
490 1 _aBeautiful Britain
500 _aRelease date is 2019-01-08
508 _aProduced by Chris Curnow, Charlie Howard, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
520 _a"Wessex" by Charles G. Harper is a travelogue published in the early 20th century, specifically in 1911. This book presents a picturesque exploration of the Wessex region of England, capturing its rich history, landscapes, and quaint towns. It serves as a charming guide for both tourists and armchair travelers, showcasing locations in Dorset and Somerset that are steeped in romantic and literary significance, much of which are associated with the famed author Thomas Hardy. The content of "Wessex" weaves a tapestry of historical anecdotes, vibrant descriptions, and cultural insights as it journeys through notable towns such as Wareham, Dorchester, and Sherborne. Harper's narrative is enriched with references to Hardy's works, contextualizing the sites within the framework of his stories. Each chapter captures the essence of various locales, detailing their architectural marvels like Corfe Castle and the ancient church of St. Martin, as well as natural beauty like the scenic Blackmore Vale. The book aims to evoke a sense of nostalgia and curiosity, encouraging readers to appreciate Wessex's charm and its place in literary and regional history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aWessex (England) -- Description and travel
700 1 _aTyndale, Walter,
_d1855-1943
830 0 _aBeautiful Britain
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/58651
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