The Ingoldsby Country: Literary Landmarks Of The Ingoldsby Legends (1906)

The Ingoldsby Country: Literary Landmarks Of The Ingoldsby Legends (1906) is a book written by Charles George Harper. This book is a comprehensive guide to the places and landmarks that inspired the famous Ingoldsby Legends. The Ingoldsby Legends are a collection of humorous and satirical poems and stories written by Thomas Ingoldsby (the pen name of Richard Harris Barham) in the 19th century.In this book, Harper takes the reader on a tour of the English countryside, visiting the places that inspired the stories in the Ingoldsby Legends. The book is divided into chapters, each one focusing on a particular location. Harper provides detailed descriptions of the landmarks and their historical significance, as well as excerpts from the Ingoldsby Legends that are associated with each location.The book is illustrated with black and white photographs and drawings, which help to bring the locations to life. Harper's writing style is engaging and informative, making the book an enjoyable read for anyone interested in the Ingoldsby Legends or English literature and history.Overall, The Ingoldsby Country: Literary Landmarks Of The Ingoldsby Legends (1906) is a fascinating exploration of the places that inspired one of England's most beloved literary works. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the Ingoldsby Legends or the English countryside.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.