A Tour In A Phaeton: Through The Eastern Counties (1889)

By James John Hissey

Book Overview

""A Tour In A Phaeton: Through The Eastern Counties"" is a travelogue written by James John Hissey and first published in 1889. The book documents Hissey's journey through the Eastern Counties of England in a horse-drawn carriage called a phaeton. The book is divided into chapters, each detailing a different leg of the journey. Hissey provides vivid descriptions of the landscapes, towns, and villages he passes through, as well as the people he meets along the way. He also includes historical and cultural information about the places he visits, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and geography of the Eastern Counties during the late 19th century. Throughout the book, Hissey reflects on the joys and challenges of traveling by phaeton, including the pleasures of navigating the open road and the difficulties of managing a team of horses. He also discusses the social and economic changes taking place in the region at the time, including the impact of industrialization and urbanization on rural communities. Overall, ""A Tour In A Phaeton: Through The Eastern Counties"" is a charming and informative travelogue that offers a unique glimpse into life in Victorian England. It is a must-read for anyone interested in travel writing, history, or English 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: 1164553968
• ISBN13: 9781164553960
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 454 Pages
• Weight: 1.33 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"