The Cambrian Tourist, or, Post-Chaise Companion through Wales: 1834
Journey through Welsh landscapes: 19th-century travelogueBy Anonymous
Length10h 19m
About this audiobook
Published in 1834, "The Cambrian Tourist, or, Post-Chaise Companion through Wales" is an engaging travelogue that captivates readers with its vivid descriptions and refined prose. The author, working anonymously, employs a conversational yet informative literary style, strategically blending personal anecdotes with historical and geographical insights about Wales. Drawing on the romanticism of the period, the work serves as both a practical guide for travelers navigating the Welsh landscape and a literary homage to the region's natural beauty and rich cultural heritage. The book is set against the backdrop of burgeoning tourism in the 19th century, reflecting a growing public interest in the picturesque country side and the emerging sense of national identity in Wales. The anonymous author'Äôs choice to delve into the intricacies of Welsh locales may stem from a profound interest in capturing the spirit of the time'Äîwhen industrialization was rising and traditional landscapes were at risk. This engagement with Welsh culture, likely influenced by both an aesthetic appreciation for nature and societal shifts, offers readers a window into the thoughts and ideals of the early 19th century. For anyone intrigued by travel literature or the historical evolution of national sentiment, "The Cambrian Tourist" is indispensable. This richly informative guide not only reveals the enchanting vistas of Wales but also immerses readers in a unique cultural moment, making it an essential read for both tourists and scholars alike.
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GenreTravel
Length10 hrs 19 mins
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FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 5, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1THE CAMBRIAN TOURIST,
26BRITTON FERRY.
2ACCOUNT OF THE WELSH LANGUAGE.
27SWANSEA.
3THE CAMBRIAN TOURIST.
28OYSTERMOUTH CASTLE,
4CHELTENHAM.
29MUMBLES,
5GLOUCESTER.
30CHERITON,
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6CLIFTON
31LLANELLY,
7KINGSWESTON,
32KIDWELLY,
8WESTBURY
33CAERMARTHEN
9FLAXLEY ABBEY,
34LLAUGHARNE,
10NEWNHAM
35GREEN BRIDGE.
11LIDNEY
36TENBY
12CHEPSTOW.
37PEMBROKE.
13CALDECOT CASTLE.
38MILFORD HAVEN,
14CAERWENT,
39HUBBERSTON
15CAERLEON
40MILFORD,
16NEWPORT
41CAREW CASTLE
17RAGLAND CASTLE,
42CRESSELEY,
18USK, or CASTRUM ISCA,
43LANDSHIPPING,
19CAERLEON
44PICTON,
20CARDIFF
45HAVERFORDWEST,
21LLANDAFF.
46NEWGIN BRIDGE,
22CAERPHILY
47ROACH CASTLE.
23VALE OF GLAMORGAN,: FURNACES.
48ST. DAVID’S,
24PONT NEATH VECHAN.
49RAMSEY ISLE,
25NEATH,
50FISHGUARD
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