A Guide To The Coasts Of Devon And Cornwall: Descriptive Of Scenery, Historical, Legendary, And Archaeological (1859)

""A Guide To The Coasts Of Devon And Cornwall"" is a book written by Mackenzie Edward C. Walcott and originally published in 1859. As the title suggests, the book provides a detailed and comprehensive guide to the coasts of Devon and Cornwall, two counties located in the southwest of England. The guide covers a range of topics, including the scenery, history, legends, and archaeology of the region.The book is divided into several sections, each focusing on a different aspect of the coasts of Devon and Cornwall. The first section provides an overview of the geography and natural features of the region, including its cliffs, beaches, and rock formations. The second section delves into the history of the area, covering topics such as the Celtic and Roman periods, the Anglo-Saxon invasion, and the Norman conquest.The third section of the book explores the legends and folklore associated with the coasts of Devon and Cornwall. This includes stories of mermaids, giants, and other mythical creatures that are said to inhabit the region. The fourth and final section of the book focuses on the archaeology of the area, describing the various prehistoric and medieval sites that can be found along the coasts.Overall, ""A Guide To The Coasts Of Devon And Cornwall"" is a fascinating and informative book that provides a wealth of information about one of England's most beautiful and historically rich regions. Whether you are a tourist looking to explore the area or a history buff interested in learning more about the region's past, this book is an excellent resource that is sure to provide hours of reading pleasure.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.