
audiobook
by J. Ewing (James Ewing) Ritchie
Transcribed from the 1893 Jarrold & Sons edition by David Price, email ccx074@pglaf.org
PRESS NOTICES OF THE FIRST EDITION.
EAST ANGLIA.
PREFACE TO THE SECOND EDITION.
CHAPTER I. a suffolk village.
CHAPTER II. the stricklands.
CHAPTER III lowestoft.
CHAPTER IV. politics and theology.
CHAPTER V. bungay and its people.
CHAPTER VI. a celebrated norfolk town.
Step into the winding lanes and bustling market squares of Norfolk, Suffolk and beyond, guided by a native chronicler whose pen captures both the everyday chatter and the echo of centuries past. Drawing from articles that first appeared in a popular magazine, the book blends vivid personal memories with neat snapshots of celebrated locals, lingering folk‑tales and the subtle customs that shaped the region. Its tone is conversational yet observant, offering readers the feeling of a friendly neighbor pointing out the hidden gems that define East Anglia’s character.
The author’s affection for his homeland shines through every anecdote, whether it’s a quirky village tradition, the rise of a notable reformer, or the quieter moments of rural life. The narrative moves fluidly from one portrait to the next, linking individual stories to broader historical currents without ever feeling dense. Listeners will come away with a lively, heartfelt portrait of a county that has long inspired both pride and curiosity.
Language
en
Duration
~7 hours (422K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2009-12-20
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

1820–1898
A Victorian journalist with a reporter’s eye for the life around him, this English writer turned London streets, public figures, and far-off journeys into lively nonfiction. His books range from social sketches of nineteenth-century London to political biographies and travel writing.
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