The Life Of The Moselle: From Its Source In The Vosges Mountains To Its Junction With The Rhine At Coblence (1858)

""The Life of the Moselle"" is a historical and geographical account of the Moselle River, which flows from the Vosges Mountains in France to its junction with the Rhine River in Koblenz, Germany. The book was written by Octavius Rooke and published in 1858. The book provides a detailed description of the Moselle River, including its physical characteristics, such as its width, depth, and flow rate. It also discusses the history of the river, including its importance in the Roman Empire and its role in the economic and cultural development of the regions it flows through. Rooke's account is based on his own travels along the Moselle River, as well as on historical and geographical sources. He includes various illustrations and maps to help readers visualize the river and its surroundings. Overall, ""The Life of the Moselle"" is a comprehensive and informative account of one of Europe's most important rivers, providing valuable insights into its history, geography, and cultural significance.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.