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The Kentish Coast

By Charles G. Harper

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In "The Kentish Coast," Charles G. Harper presents a vivid and immersive exploration of one of England's most picturesque regions. This work combines rich narrative prose with meticulous observation, painting a comprehensive portrait of the Kentish coastline's natural beauty, historical significance, and cultural heritage. Harper's engaging style, marked by both poetic descriptions and informative detail, invites readers to appreciate the intricacies of landscape and local lore. The book serves as both a travelogue and a historical account, situating itself within the broader context of 19th-century English literature that sought to celebrate the countryside and encourage a deeper connection to nature. Harper, an esteemed Victorian author and artist, was deeply influenced by his passion for walking and the English landscape. His experiences as a traveler and his background in sketching and illustration provide a unique lens through which he captures the essence of the Kentish coast. Harper's affection for the region, combined with his commitment to detailed observation, reflects a broader cultural movement of the time that valued both nature and history, making his work a significant contribution to the genre of regional literature. This book is highly recommended for those intrigued by English geography, as well as travelers and history enthusiasts alike. Harper's eloquent prose and insightful commentary will not only enlighten readers about the Kentish coast but will also inspire them to explore the beauty and stories hidden within this remarkable landscape.

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GenreTravel

Length8 hrs 35 mins

Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices

FormateBook with Audio

Publish dateSep 4, 2022

LanguageEnglish

1CHAPTER I DEPTFORD AND PETER THE GREAT

2CHAPTER II GREENWICH—THE ROYAL NAVAL HOSPITAL—THE “FUBBS YACHT”—THE GREENWICH WHITEBAIT DINNERS—WOOLWICH—THE “PRINCESS ALICE” DISASTER—LESNES ABBEY—ERITH—DARTFORD

3CHAPTER III STONE—GREENHITHE—NORTHFLEET—HUGGENS’S COLLEGE—ROSHERVILLE—GRAVESEND—SHORNEMEAD—CLIFFE—COOLING—THE HUNDRED OF HOO—THE ISLE OF GRAIN—HOO ST. WERBURGH—UPNOR CASTLE—STROOD

4CHAPTER IV ROCHESTER AND CHATHAM—BROMPTON—GILLINGHAM—GRANGE—OTTERHAM QUAY—LOWER HALSTOW—IWADE

5CHAPTER V SHEPPEY

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6CHAPTER VI THE CAPTURE OF JAMES THE SECOND—FAVERSHAM

7CHAPTER VII MILTON-NEXT-SITTINGBOURNE—SITTINGBOURNE OLD INNS—MURSTON—LUDDENHAM

8CHAPTER VIII GOODNESTONE—GRAVENEY—SEASALTER—WHITSTABLE AND THE OYSTER FISHERY

9CHAPTER IX HERNE BAY—RECULVER—WANTSUM—SARRE

10CHAPTER X THANET’S CORNFIELDS—MONKTON—MINSTER-IN-THANET—BIRCHINGTON—QUEX PARK—WESTGATE—DANDELION.

11CHAPTER XI MARGATE

12CHAPTER XII KINGSGATE—THE NORTH FORELAND—BROADSTAIRS—ST. PETER’S

13CHAPTER XIII RAMSGATE

14CHAPTER XIV PEGWELL BAY—EBBSFLEET—THE LANDINGS OF HENGIST AND OF ST. AUGUSTINE—RICHBOROUGH