Theakston's Guide To Scarborough: Comprising A Brief Sketch Of The Antiquities, Natural Productions, And Romantic Scenery, Of The Town And Neighborhoo

By Solomon Wilkinson Theakston

Book Overview

Theakston's Guide to Scarborough, written by Solomon Wilkinson and first published in 1854, is a comprehensive guidebook that provides readers with a detailed overview of the town of Scarborough and its surrounding areas. The book includes a brief history of the town, highlighting its antiquities and natural productions. It also describes the romantic scenery of the town and its neighboring areas. The guidebook is divided into several sections, each focusing on a different aspect of Scarborough. The first section provides an overview of the town's history and its most notable landmarks, including the castle, the harbor, and the spa. The second section focuses on the natural beauty of the area, describing the various flora and fauna that can be found in Scarborough and its surroundings. The third section provides information on the local economy, including the fishing industry and the various trades that have historically been practiced in the town. The final section of the book includes practical information for travelers, including details on local accommodations, transportation, and attractions. Overall, Theakston's Guide to Scarborough is a valuable resource for anyone interested in learning more about this historic town and its many attractions.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: 1437349587
• ISBN13: 9781437349580
• Release Date: December 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 220 Pages
• Weight: 0.66 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"