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Ward & Lock's Illustrated Guide to, and Popular History of North Wales.
London: Ward Lock & Co, N.D.. Original decorated wrappers. Text block & edges somewhat discoloured & soiled but text & images intact. Hinges cracked & spine loose but text block still attached to binding. Covers, spine & corners worn, smudged & frayed (see pictures). ; With plates, ilustrations & fold-out maps. ; 16.5 x 10.8 x 2.3 cms; The guide offers an in-depth look at North Wales, focusing on its natural beauty, historic landmarks, and well-known seaside resorts. It is richly illustrated with numerous black-and-white engravings, color plates, maps, and fold-out illustrations, giving readers a vivid sense of the region's landscape and attractions. It includes descriptive narratives of major towns and sites such as Llandudno, Rhyl, Bangor, Anglesey, and Snowdon, offering both historical background and practical travel information. The guide also presents a "popular history" of North Wales, making it not just a travel manual but also an educational resource for those interested in the cultural and historical fabric of the region. Designed primarily for Victorian tourists, the guide blends practical advice with cultural commentary, reflecting the era's fascination with exploration, history, and natural scenery. Today, it stands as a valuable historical document that provides insight into 19th-century tourism and the ways in which North Wales was experienced and imagined by contemporary visitors.. Good with no dust jacket .

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