The Old Road
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The Old Road
CONTENTS ON THE ROAD AND THE FASCINATION OF ANTIQUITY THE THEORY OF THE OLD ROAD That such and such Causes determined the Track of the Old Road, and that it ran from Winchester to Canterbury The Causes of the Development of Winchester and Canterbury, and of their Position as Termini of the Old Road The Causes of the Preservation of the Old Road; its General Character, and our Application of this in our Method of recovering it THE EXPLORATION OF THE ROAD Winchester to Alton Alton to Shalford Shalford to Dorking Pits Boxhill to Titsey Titsey to Wrotham Wrotham to Boxley Boxley to Canterbury
Follow the Old Road
By turning off the main highway and discovering old routes, some of which have been travelled for thousands of years, you will see Ireland in an entirely different way. Follow the Old Road will take you on a tour of a variety of pathways from great river roads to lost railways. Long before records began, travellers arriving on our shores found safe havens, natural harbours, the estuaries of rivers, and settled there, in sight of the ocean that had brought them to this land. Gradually they moved inland to more fertile soil, usually along the course of a river that provided both guidance and essential water supplies. In later centuries, great lords built their castles and monks their abbeys upriver, at the tidal limit. Some of the routes are still used today while others lie ignored and overgrown. Villages, and, later on, towns grew up around these castles and abbeys to serve their needs; towns that still prosper today.
The Old Road
Author: Hilaire Belloc
language: en
Publisher: BoD - Books on Demand
Release Date: 2024-02-03
"The Old Road" is a historical and travel book written by Hilaire Belloc. First published in 1904, the book explores the historical and cultural aspects of the Old Road, referring to the ancient pilgrimage route from Winchester to Canterbury in England. Hilaire Belloc, a prolific Anglo-French writer, poet, and historian, takes readers on a journey along the Old Road, offering insights into the landscapes, towns, and historical landmarks along the way. The narrative combines historical research with Belloc's own observations, providing a vivid portrayal of the route and its significance in medieval England. For readers interested in medieval history, pilgrimage routes, and the writings of Hilaire Belloc, "The Old Road" offers a unique blend of travelogue and historical exploration, showcasing Belloc's deep appreciation for the past and his engaging storytelling style.