Observations on a Tour Through the Highlands, Vol. 2 of 2 (Classic Reprint): And Part of the Western Isles of Scotland; Particularly Staffa and Icolmkill - Couverture souple

Garnett, T.

9781334504341: Observations on a Tour Through the Highlands, Vol. 2 of 2 (Classic Reprint): And Part of the Western Isles of Scotland; Particularly Staffa and Icolmkill

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ISBN 10 : 1334504342 ISBN 13 : 9781334504341

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Observations on a Tour Through the Highlands, Volume II offers a vivid, antiquarian-style travel narrative of Scotland’s northern towns, landscapes, and notable ruins. Rich with historical notes and practical details, this edition combines scenic description with observations on education, geology, and local culture, enhanced by period plates and a map.

This volume continues the author’s wanderings through Inverness, the Highlands, and the western islands. You’ll encounter town life in Inverness, the Inverness Academy, and the surrounding countryside, including remarkable features like the Rumbling Bridge, caldron linn, and the Ochil Hills. The text blends travel narrative with inquiries into mineral wealth, antiquities, and evolving ideas about education.

- Descriptions of Inverness and its academy, local governance, and the shape of public learning in the era
- Detailed scenes of waterfalls and gorges, including the caldron linn, Rumbling Bridge, and nearby landscapes
- Historical notes on castles, ruins, and regional geography, with reflections on mining and minerals
- Observations on languages, education, and the shift from classical to more practical learning

Ideal for readers of historical travel writing, geology-minded inquiry, and those curious about early 19th‑century Scotland and its landscapes.

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�diteur: Forgotten Books
Date d'�dition: 2018
Langue: anglais
ISBN 10: 1334504342
ISBN 13: 9781334504341
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Nombre de pages: 344
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Observations on a Tour Through the Highlands, Vol. 2 of 2 (Classic Reprint)

T. Garnett

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ISBN 10 : 1334504342 ISBN 13 : 9781334504341

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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book provides a comprehensive account of the author's travels through the Highlands of Scotland during the late 18th century. The author's detailed observations of everyday life, culture, and the natural beauty of the region offer readers a fascinating glimpse into a time and place dramatically different from the present day. The book is full of insights into the political and social changes occurring in Scotland at the time, with the author describing challenges faced by Highland communities as they transitioned from ancient traditions to more modern ways of life. The author's evident affection for the Highlands, their people, and their culture shines through, making this book not only an important historical document but also a deeply engaging and evocative travelogue. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N� de r�f. du vendeur 9781334504341_0

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