A Summer's Day At Windsor And A Visit To Eton (1841)

By Edward Jesse

Book Overview

A Summer's Day at Windsor and a Visit to Eton is a travelogue written by Edward Jesse and first published in 1841. The book describes a day trip to the royal town of Windsor and the nearby Eton College. Jesse takes the reader on a tour of Windsor Castle, providing detailed descriptions of the architecture, artwork, and history of the castle. He also explores the town of Windsor, including its streets, shops, and local attractions. The second half of the book focuses on Eton College, one of the most prestigious schools in England. Jesse describes the college's buildings, grounds, and academic programs, as well as its famous alumni. He also provides insight into the daily life of Eton students and the traditions of the school, such as the Eton Wall Game. Throughout the book, Jesse's writing is detailed and informative, providing a vivid picture of the places he visits. He also includes illustrations and maps to help the reader visualize the locations he describes. A Summer's Day at Windsor and a Visit to Eton is a charming and informative travelogue that offers a glimpse into the history and culture of two iconic English locations.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: 1166451593
• ISBN13: 9781166451592
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 192 Pages
• Weight: 0.58 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"