Through East Anglia in a Motor Car by James Edmund Vincent
"Through East Anglia in a Motor Car" by J. E. Vincent is a travelogue written in the early 20th century. This work serves as a guide for motorists exploring the scenic regions of East Anglia, detailing roads, attractions, and historical observations. The narrative introduces the experiences of the author and his companions as they navigate the roads between various towns, emphasizing both the beauty of the journey and practical travel considerations. Theopening of the book recounts the initial leg of the journey, starting from Oxford and traveling to Cambridge. Here, Vincent humorously depicts the challenges of navigating through traffic in narrow streets and reflects on his experiences visiting notable landmarks in Cambridge such as King's College Chapel. As they head toward Newmarket and Bury St. Edmunds, Vincent's narrative blends personal anecdotes with historical insights, showcasing the charm of the English countryside while also addressing the practicalities of motor travel. His observations about local customs, hotel experiences, and the condition of the roads add depth to the travel experience, making it both informative and engaging for readers interested in the motorist's journey through this picturesque region of England. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Vincent, James Edmund, 1857-1909 |
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| Illustrator | Southgate, Frank, 1872-1916 |
| LoC No. | 08020146 |
| Title | Through East Anglia in a Motor Car |
| Note | Reading ease score: 59.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Juliet Sutherland, Josephine Paolucci, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe |
| Subject | Norfolk (England) -- Description and travel |
| Subject | Suffolk (England) -- Description and travel |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 38938 |
| Release Date | Feb 20, 2012 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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