The Harz Mountains

The Harz Mountains: A Tour In The Toy Country is a travel book written by Henry George Blackburn and published in 1873. The book is a detailed account of Blackburn's journey through the Harz Mountains, a range of low mountains in northern Germany. Blackburn's travelogue covers various aspects of the Harz Mountains, including the history, geography, and culture of the region. He describes the picturesque landscapes, the quaint towns and villages, and the local customs and traditions. The book is also notable for its focus on the toy-making industry in the Harz Mountains. Blackburn provides a fascinating account of the production of wooden toys, such as nutcrackers and Christmas ornaments, which were made in the region and exported all over the world. Overall, The Harz Mountains: A Tour In The Toy Country is a charming and informative travel book that provides a unique insight into a little-known corner of Germany. It is a must-read for anyone interested in travel writing, history, or culture.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.