The English landscape

By Bill Bryson

Book Overview

"You are very lucky in England. Generation upon generation endowed you with one of the loveliest, most parklike and fetching landscapes the world has ever known." --from the introduction The English Landscape is a stunning volume of essays and photographs celebrating the breadth, diversity, and delicacy of the English countryside. A distinguished selection of writers such as the Duchess of Devonshire, Richard Mabey, Anna Parord, Christopher Lloyd, Robin Hanbury-Tenbison, Marina Warner, Dame Jennifer Jenkins, and David Bellamy pay homage to their favorite parts of the English landscape. Complete with color photographs and maps, The English Landscape will engage Anglophiles, travel enthusiasts, and literature buffs alike.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1861971133
• ISBN13: 9781861971135
• Release Date: January 2000
• Publisher: Profile
• Length: 460 Pages
• Weight: 0.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 10.0" x 1.5" x 7.6"

Customer Reviews

English Landscape-You just have to be there!

It is a wonderful book telling about all the hills and valleys and walking trails of England. You haven't seen an English country side until you have visited England. Highly recommend this book. Nice pictures and information.