English Ways And By-Ways, Being The Letters Of John And Ruth Dobson, Written From England To Their Friend, Leighton Parks
Publisher: Charles Scribner Sons, New York
1921
Copyright 1920 by Charles Scribner’s Sons
Published October, 1920
Copyright 1920 by the Atlantic Monthly Co.
Printer: The Scribner Press
Preface Dated: Point-au-Pic, Quebec, August, 1920.
NOTE: Prior ownership inscription on cover page: “Philip O Richardson. Christmas 1921. Aunt Belle”
NOTE: Prior ownership inscription on back cover page: “162 / cle”
NOTE: Prior bookstore sticker on back cover page, “Chas. E. Lauriat Co., Importers & Booksellers. 385 Wash’n St. Boston”
"English Ways and By-Ways" by John and Ruth Dobson is a collection of letters written to their friend, Leighton Parks, documenting their travels and observations throughout England. The letters offer a charming and intimate glimpse into English life, customs, and landscapes, as the Dobsons share their experiences exploring both well-known landmarks and hidden gems. Their writing captures the essence of English culture, from historical sites and quaint villages to the nuances of social interactions, providing a personal and engaging travelogue that blends historical insight with affectionate observations of English character and scenery.
While "John and Ruth Dobson" are presented as the authors within the book's framing narrative, it's important to note this work is written by an author using a pen name or fictional persona to create the letter based format. The author's achievement lies in crafting an engaging and believable epistolary narrative that effectively transports the reader to the English countryside and cities of the early 1920s. While their direct, personal achievements may be obscured by the fictional framing, their literary skill in creating a compelling travelogue through the guise of correspondence is evident. The work itself stands as an achievement in capturing a specific time and place through a unique and personal lens.
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