A Walk From London To John O'Groat's

""A Walk From London To John O'Groat's"" is a travelogue written by Elihu Burritt, an American diplomat and social activist, in 1864. The book describes his journey on foot from London to John O'Groat's, the northernmost point of mainland Scotland, covering a distance of over 1,200 miles. Burritt's account is a vivid portrayal of the British countryside, its people, and their way of life in the mid-19th century. He documents his encounters with farmers, shepherds, and other locals, as well as his observations on the natural beauty of the landscapes he passes through. The book also touches on Burritt's political views, as he was a strong advocate for international peace and disarmament. He uses his journey as an opportunity to promote his beliefs and engage with people on the subject.Overall, ""A Walk From London To John O'Groat's"" is a fascinating account of a long-distance journey through a bygone era, offering insights into the history, culture, and politics of 19th century Britain.The next morning I resumed my walk and visited a locality bearing a name and association of world-wide celebrity and interest. It is the name of a small rural hamlet, hardly large enough to be called a village, and marked by no trait of nature or art to give it distinction.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.