Devon, Its Moorlands, Streams and Coasts

Name: Devon, Its Moorlands, Streams and Coasts
Author: Rosalind Northcote

By Rosalind Northcote

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About This Book

This book offers a guided tour of a West Country county, combining travel writing, local history, and landscape description. Each chapter moves along rivers, moorlands, and shores to record towns, churches, castles, manor houses, and maritime life, pairing vivid sketches of hills, woodlands, estuaries, and ports with notes on antiquities, legends, and civic memory. The narrative balances pastoral observation and architectural detail, punctuated by personal impressions and historical anecdote, and is complemented by colour and black-and-white illustrations that emphasize the region's natural variety and built heritage.

About the Author

Rosalind Northcote

Rosalind Northcote was a British author known for her contributions to nature writing and herbal literature in the 19th century. Her notable works include "Devon, Its Moorlands, Streams and Coasts," which explores the natural beauty and landscapes of Devon, and "The Book of Herbs," a guide that delves into the uses and significance of various herbs. Northcote's writing reflects a deep appreciation for the natural world, combining personal observation with practical knowledge, making her works valuable for both enthusiasts of the outdoors and those interested in herbalism.