Horse And Foot: Or Pilgrims To Parnassus (1868)

By Richard Crawley

Book Overview

Horse and Foot: Or Pilgrims to Parnassus is a book written by Richard Crawley and published in 1868. The book is a collection of essays and poems that explore various themes, including love, nature, and the human condition. The title of the book refers to the two modes of transportation used by the pilgrims on their journey to Parnassus, which is a mythical mountain in Greece that was believed to be the home of the Muses.The essays in the book are written in a conversational style and cover a wide range of topics, from the beauty of the natural world to the importance of education. The poems are written in a variety of styles, including sonnets, ballads, and odes, and are often accompanied by illustrations.Throughout the book, Crawley emphasizes the importance of art and literature in enriching the human experience. He also celebrates the beauty and wonder of the natural world, and encourages readers to appreciate and protect it.Overall, Horse and Foot: Or Pilgrims to Parnassus is a thought-provoking and inspiring collection of essays and poems that encourages readers to reflect on the beauty and meaning of life.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: 1164675982
• ISBN13: 9781164675983
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 94 Pages
• Weight: 0.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"