Description

""An Excursion to the Lakes: In Westmoreland and Cumberland, August 1773"" is a travelogue written by William Hutchinson in 1774. The book is a detailed account of Hutchinson's journey to the Lake District region of England, specifically Westmoreland and Cumberland, during the summer of 1773. The author describes the landscape, flora, fauna, and local customs of the area, as well as his encounters with the people who lived there. Hutchinson's writing style is descriptive and vivid, painting a picture of the natural beauty of the region and the simple way of life of its inhabitants. The book is a valuable historical document, providing insight into the social and cultural landscape of England in the late 18th century. It remains a popular read for those interested in travel writing, natural history, and English literature.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.