British Highways and Byways from a Motor Car

British Highways and Byways from a Motor Car

Enriched edition. Being a Record of a Five Thousand Mile Tour in England, Wales and ScotlandBy Thos. D. Murphy
Michael Caine
Listen with Sir Michael Caine™ and 1,000+ voices
Length7h 17m

About this audiobook

In "British Highways and Byways from a Motor Car," Thos. D. Murphy presents an evocative exploration of the landscapes, cultures, and histories of the British countryside as seen through the window of an early automobile. This richly descriptive travelogue melds vivid prose with personal anecdotes, capturing the spirit of adventure and the burgeoning automobile culture of the early 20th century. Murphy's keen observations blend with a romanticism characteristic of the period, offering insights into the unique interplay of industry and nature that defines the British landscape. Thos. D. Murphy, a passionate traveler and writer, was deeply influenced by the transformative impact of the motor car on society and mobility. His experiences as an intrepid explorer reflect both a fascination with the open road and a yearning to document the changing face of England. Murphy's background in journalism and literature lends authority and nuance to his narrative, allowing him to paint a portrait of a nation in transition'—a theme that undoubtedly inspired his work. This book is a must-read for adventurers, historians, and anyone enchanted by the charm of the English countryside. Murphy's insightful narrative encourages readers to reconsider the significance of road travel, making it a timeless journey that resonates with those who seek to understand the evolving relationship between people and place. In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience: - Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance. - Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.

Audiobook details

GenreTravel
Length7 hrs 17 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 19, 2019
LanguageEnglish

You may also like

The Cambrian Directory [1800]; Or, Cursory Sketches of the Welsh Territories
The Cambrian Directory [1800]; Or, Cursory Sketches of the Welsh TerritoriesAnonymous5h 4m$2 · $0.00
Mysteries of the Libyan Desert
Mysteries of the Libyan DesertW. J. Harding King9h 47m$1 · $0.00
An Unsentimental Journey through Cornwall
An Unsentimental Journey through CornwallDinah Maria Mulock Craik3h 13m$2 · $0.00
"Gamle Norge": Rambles and Scrambles in Norway
"Gamle Norge": Rambles and Scrambles in NorwayR. T. Pritchett6h 6m$2 · $0.00
The Cambrian Tourist, or, Post-Chaise Companion through Wales: 1834
The Cambrian Tourist, or, Post-Chaise Companion through Wales: 1834Anonymous10h 19m$2 · $0.00
The Handbook to the Rivers and Broads of Norfolk & Suffolk
The Handbook to the Rivers and Broads of Norfolk & SuffolkG. Christopher Davies3h 24m$1 · $0.00
The Pilgrims' Way from Winchester to Canterbury
The Pilgrims' Way from Winchester to CanterburyJulia Cartwright3h 16m$1 · $0.00
Preliminary Report on Gowganda Mining Division District of Nipissing Ontario
Preliminary Report on Gowganda Mining Division District of Nipissing OntarioW. H. Collins2h 9m$2 · $0.00
Motor tours in Yorkshire
Motor tours in YorkshireRodolph Mrs. Stawell4h 35m$2 · $0.00
Lachesis Lapponica: A Tour in Lapland (Vol. 1&2)
Lachesis Lapponica: A Tour in Lapland (Vol. 1&2)Carl von Linné11h 21m$2 · $0.00
Over Fen and Wold
Over Fen and WoldJames John Hissey8h 3m$1 · $0.00
Tales of Tahitian Waters
Tales of Tahitian WatersZane Grey11h 25m$20 · $0.00
Notes in Japan
Notes in JapanAlfred Parsons1h 49m$1 · $0.00
Highways and Byways in Surrey
Highways and Byways in SurreyEric Parker13h 13m$1 · $0.00
A Lady's Life in the Rocky Mountains
A Lady's Life in the Rocky MountainsIsabella Bird7h 39m$2 · $0.00
The Gustav Holst Way
The Gustav Holst WayPaul Taylor, Frank Partridge1h 28m$7 · $0.00
Travel
TravelJohn Rayburn5h 25m$17
The Cathedral Towns and Intervening Places of England, Ireland and Scotland
The Cathedral Towns and Intervening Places of England, Ireland and ScotlandLee L. Powers, Thomas W. Silloway14h 14m$1 · $0.00
Warwick Woodlands: Things as they Were There Twenty Years Ago
Warwick Woodlands: Things as they Were There Twenty Years AgoHenry William Herbert6h 49m$1 · $0.00
A Tramp Through the Bret Harte Country
A Tramp Through the Bret Harte CountryThomas D. Beasey2h 11m$2 · $0.00