Highways and Byways in Surrey
Journeys Through Surrey: A Historical Exploration of British Countryside and Victorian Era CharmBy Eric Parker
Length13h 12m
About this audiobook
In "Highways and Byways in Surrey," Eric Parker embarks on an evocative exploration of the English county of Surrey, capturing its picturesque landscapes, quaint villages, and rich historical tapestry. Employing a vivid, lyrical prose style, Parker intertwines travelogue and personal reflection, offering readers a window into the local culture and the natural beauty that defines this region. The book is contextualized within early 20th-century England, a time when the burgeoning interest in regional exploration and tourism was reshaping how locals and visitors alike engaged with the countryside. Eric Parker, a notable writer and keen observer of the English countryside, draws upon his own extensive travels and deep love for Surrey. His background in journalism and passion for nature and history fueled his desire to document these hidden gems, providing not only a guidebook but a narrative steeped in personal experience and local lore. Parker'Äôs heartfelt connection to Surrey imbues the text with authenticity and charm, effectively drawing readers into his journey. This book is highly recommended for anyone with a penchant for travel literature, historical narratives, or those simply seeking to cultivate a deeper appreciation for Surrey'Äôs enchanting landscapes. Parker'Äôs thoughtful observations invite readers to rediscover a region often overlooked, making it an invaluable addition to the libraries of enthusiasts of both literary travel and English heritage.
Audiobook details
GenreTravel
Length13 hrs 12 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 12, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
24CHAPTER XXIII: THE DITTONS AND WALTON
2CHAPTER I: THE PILGRIMS' WAY
25CHAPTER XXIV
3CHAPTER II: FARNHAM
26EPSOM
4CHAPTER III: FRENSHAM AND TILFORD
27FOOTNOTES:
5CHAPTER IV: WAVERLEY ABBEY AND MOOR PARK
28CHAPTER XXV: MID-SURREY DOWNS AND COMMONS
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6CHAPTER V: THE HOG'S BACK
29CHAPTER XXVI: LEATHERHEAD
7CHAPTER VI: GUILDFORD
30CHAPTER XXVII: STOKE D'ABERNON
8CHAPTER VII: GUILDFORD'S ENVIRONS
31CHAPTER XXVIII: LEATHERHEAD TO DORKING
9CHAPTER VIII: SHALFORD AND WONERSH
32CHAPTER XXIX: DORKING
10CHAPTER IX: THE VILLAGES OF THE TILLINGBOURNE
33CHAPTER XXX: WOTTON AND LEITH HILL
11CHAPTER X: GUILDFORD TO LEATHERHEAD
34CHAPTER XXXI: DORKING TO REIGATE
12CHAPTER XI: GODALMING
35CHAPTER XXXII: UNDER LEITH HILL
13CHAPTER XII: HASLEMERE AND HINDHEAD
36CHAPTER XXXIII: REIGATE
14CHAPTER XIII: THURSLEY AND THE MOORS
37CHAPTER XXXIV: CROYDON
15CHAPTER XIV: THE FOLD COUNTRY
38CHAPTER XXXV: BEDDINGTON AND CARSHALTON
16CHAPTER XV: CRANLEIGH AND EWHURST
39CHAPTER XXXVI: CHALDON TO THE DOWNS
17CHAPTER XVI: CHERTSEY
40CHAPTER XXXVII: HORLEY AND CHARLWOOD
18CHAPTER XVII: WEYBRIDGE
41CHAPTER XXXVIII: GODSTONE AND BLETCHINGLEY
19CHAPTER XVIII: NORTH TO RUNEMEDE
42CHAPTER XXXIX: LINGFIELD AND CROWHURST
20CHAPTER XIX: CHOBHAM AND BISLEY
43CHAPTER XL: OXTED AND LIMPSFIELD
21CHAPTER XX: THE WEY VILLAGES
44CHAPTER XLI: DULWICH TO WIMBLEDON
22CHAPTER XXI: RICHMOND AND KEW
45CHAPTER XLII: THE SURREY SIDE
23CHAPTER XXII: KINGSTON
46INDEX: THE END
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