The Bronte Country: Its Topography, Antiquities, And History (1888) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781120873439)

The Bronte Country: Its Topography, Antiquities, And History (1888) is a book written by J.A. Erskine Stuart, which provides a comprehensive account of the Bronte Country. The book covers the topography, antiquities, and history of the region, which is located in the West Riding of Yorkshire, England. The Bronte Country is famous for being the home of the Bronte sisters, who wrote some of the most enduring novels in English literature, including Jane Eyre, Wuthering Heights, and The Tenant of Wildfell Hall.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of the Bronte Country. The first chapter provides an overview of the region's geography and topography, including its hills, valleys, and moors. The second chapter focuses on the region's history, from prehistoric times to the present day. The third chapter delves into the region's antiquities, including its ancient castles, churches, and other historic sites.The book also includes detailed descriptions of the Bronte sisters' home, the Parsonage in Haworth, as well as other important landmarks in the area, such as the Bronte Waterfall and the Top Withens ruins. Stuart also provides a detailed account of the Bronte family's life in the region, including their upbringing, education, and literary achievements.Overall, The Bronte Country: Its Topography, Antiquities, And History (1888) is a comprehensive guide to one of England's most fascinating and historically significant regions. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the Bronte sisters, English literature, or the history and culture of Yorkshire.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.

Author: J. a. Erskine Stuart
ISBN-10: 1120873436
ISBN-13: 9781120873439
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 01/29/2010
Pages: 260
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.78lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.55d