The New Forest: Its History And Its Scenery

By John Richard de Capel Wise

Book Overview

The New Forest: Its History And Its Scenery is a book written by John R. Wise in 1880. The book provides a comprehensive account of the New Forest, a large area of woodland located in southern England. Wise delves into the history of the forest, exploring its origins as a royal hunting ground and its subsequent development over the centuries. He also discusses the various landscapes and habitats found within the forest, including heathland, marshes, and ancient woodland. The book is richly illustrated with engravings and photographs, which provide a visual representation of the forest's flora and fauna. Wise's writing is descriptive and evocative, painting a vivid picture of the forest's natural beauty and the unique way of life of the people who have lived and worked there over the centuries. The New Forest: Its History And Its Scenery is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and ecology of this unique part of England.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: 143731970X
• ISBN13: 9781437319705
• Release Date: November 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 356 Pages
• Weight: 1.76 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 8.3" x 11.0"