Nooks and Corners of Shropshire
Uncovering the Tales and Treasures of Shropshire's CountrysideBy H. Thornhill Timmins
Length5h 3m
About this audiobook
In "Nooks and Corners of Shropshire," H. Thornhill Timmins masterfully captures the serene beauty and rich history of the Shropshire countryside. This vibrant work combines evocative prose with meticulous attention to detail, weaving together personal anecdotes and local lore that bring the region's landscapes and communities to life. Timmins adopts a descriptive literary style akin to the Romantic poets, inviting readers to ponder the interplay between nature and the human experience, while situating his narrative amid the 19th-century English literary context that celebrated localism and pastoral themes. H. Thornhill Timmins was a dedicated naturalist and antiquarian whose life experiences in Shropshire profoundly shaped his perspective. Growing up amidst the rural beauty of the region, Timmins developed a deep appreciation for its flora, fauna, and folklore throughout his life. His extensive research and passion for preservation inform this work, making it not just a personal reflection, but also an invaluable contribution to the cultural heritage of Shropshire. This book is highly recommended for anyone interested in regional literature, natural history, or those seeking to understand the enchantment of rural England. Timmins'Äô ability to evoke both the tangible and intangible elements of Shropshire ensures that "Nooks and Corners of Shropshire" remains a timeless exploration of identity and place.
Audiobook details
GenreScience and Nature
Length5 hrs 3 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 13, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1FROM SHREWSBURY TO PITCHFORD, ACTON BURNELL, AND CHURCH STRETTON.
2STRETTON DALE AND THE LONGMYND, A VISIT TO STOKESAY CASTLE.
3FROM CRAVEN ARMS TO BISHOP'S CASTLE AND CLUN.
4ROUND ABOUT CLUN FOREST. TO KNIGHTON AND LUDLOW.
5ROUND ABOUT LUDLOW.
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6THE CLEE HILLS, CORVE DALE, AND WENLOCK EDGE.
7WENLOCK, WROXETER, AND THE WREKIN.
8TO LILLESHALL ABBEY, TONG, AND BOSCOBEL.
9ROUND ABOUT BRIDGNORTH.
10BETWEEN SEVERN AND CLEE.
11WESTWARD HO! TOWARDS THE WELSH BORDER.
12INDEX: THE END.
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