The Lake Counties (1902)

The Lake Counties is a book written by William Gershom Collingwood and published in 1902. The book is a comprehensive guide to the Lake District region in England, which includes the counties of Cumbria, Lancashire, and Westmorland. The author provides an in-depth exploration of the region's natural beauty, history, and cultural significance. The book is divided into several sections, each covering a different aspect of the Lake District, such as its geology, flora and fauna, and notable landmarks. The author also delves into the region's history, including its Viking and Roman influences, as well as its literary connections to famous writers such as Wordsworth and Coleridge. The Lake Counties is a beautifully written and informative guidebook that offers readers a comprehensive understanding of the Lake District and its many attractions.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.