The Scenery Of England And Wales: Its Character And Origin (1869)

By Daniel Mackintosh

Book Overview

The Scenery of England and Wales: Its Character and Origin is a book written by Daniel Mackintosh and published in 1869. The book provides a comprehensive and detailed description of the natural scenery and landscapes of England and Wales, including their geological and geographical features, and the historical and cultural significance of the regions.Mackintosh explores the various regions of England and Wales, including the Lake District, the Peak District, the Yorkshire Dales, the Welsh mountains, and the coastlines. He describes the unique features of each region, such as the rugged mountains, rolling hills, deep valleys, and picturesque lakes and rivers.The author also delves into the geological history of the regions, explaining how the landscapes were formed over millions of years. He discusses the various rock formations, fossils, and minerals found in the regions, and how they have influenced the development of the landscapes.In addition, Mackintosh examines the cultural and historical significance of the regions, from the ancient Roman ruins to the medieval castles and churches. He also discusses the impact of human activity on the landscapes, including agriculture, industry, and tourism.Overall, The Scenery of England and Wales: Its Character and Origin is a fascinating and informative book that provides a detailed and insightful exploration of the natural beauty and cultural heritage of England and Wales.Being An Attempt To Trace The Nature Of The Geological Causes, Especially Denudation, By Which The Physical Features Of The Country Have Been Produced. Founded On The Results Of Many Years; Personal Observations, And Illustrated By Eighty-Six Woodcuts, Including Sections, And Views Of Scenery From Original Sketches Or From Photographs.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: 1165129078
• ISBN13: 9781165129072
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 456 Pages
• Weight: 1.33 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"