A Book of the Pyrenees

Name: A Book of the Pyrenees
Author: S. Baring-Gould

A detailed travel-topographical study of the mountain chain combines geological and physical description with regional history, local customs, and portraits of towns and valleys. It traces the triple ridge, glacial cirques and lakes, contrasts between eastern and western and northern and southern slopes, and the effects of deforestation and human economy. Ethnographic notes discuss Basque and Catalan populations, linguistic survivals and antiquities such as dolmens and cave habitations. Successive chapters survey principal towns, passes, sanctuaries and resort places, interweaving historical anecdotes, architectural and naturalistic observations, and photographic illustrations to orient the reader to landscape and local life.

By S. Baring-Gould

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S. Baring-Gould

Sabine Baring-Gould (1834-1924) was an English author, antiquarian, and folklorist, known for his extensive writings on regional history and folklore. He produced a diverse body of work, including travel literature, novels, and studies of local customs. His notable titles include "A Book of Cornwall" and "A Book of Dartmoor," which reflect his deep appreciation for the landscapes and cultures of these regions. Baring-Gould was also a prolific hymn writer and contributed significantly to the preservation of English folklore and traditions. His works continue to be valued for their rich detail and insight into the social history of England.