A Picturesque Tour To Thornton Monastery: With Notices Of Goxhill Nunnery, Barrow, New Holland, And British Remains In The Neighborhood (1835)

By John Greenwood

Book Overview

""A Picturesque Tour to Thornton Monastery"" is a travelogue written by John Greenwood in 1835. The book takes readers on a journey through the English countryside, exploring historic landmarks and ruins in the area. The main focus of the tour is Thornton Monastery, a former religious institution that was dissolved during the Reformation. Greenwood provides detailed descriptions of the monastery's architecture, history, and significance.In addition to Thornton Monastery, the book also covers other nearby sites of interest, including Goxhill Nunnery, Barrow, New Holland, and various British remains. Greenwood provides historical context and background information for each location, making the book a valuable resource for anyone interested in English history and architecture.Throughout the book, Greenwood's writing is vivid and evocative, painting a vivid picture of the landscapes and landmarks he encounters. He also includes illustrations and engravings to further bring the locations to life.Overall, ""A Picturesque Tour to Thornton Monastery"" is a fascinating glimpse into the past, offering readers a unique perspective on English history and culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1166420108
• ISBN13: 9781166420109
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 64 Pages
• Weight: 0.22 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"