Hertfordshire

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Hertfordshire

by Herbert W. (Herbert Winckworth) Tompkins

EN·~6 hours·7 chapters

Chapters

7 total
1

Transcriber’s note

0:40
2

PREFACE

1:21
3

LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS AND MAPS

2:09
4

INTRODUCTION - I. Situation, Extent and Boundaries

1:01:03
5

DESCRIPTION OF PLACES IN HERTFORDSHIRE ARRANGED ALPHABETICALLY

4:37:46
6

INDEX OF PERSONS

15:12
7

THE LITTLE GUIDES

10:23

Description

A lovingly crafted portrait of Hertfordshire, this volume guides listeners through the county’s rolling landscapes, historic towns and quiet hamlets. Drawing on the author’s own journeys, the narrative blends vivid description of rivers, woodlands and farmland with insight into the region’s climate, wildlife and geology. The text is punctuated by references to photographs and maps that capture landmarks such as St Albans’ Abbey, the grand canals of Tring and the timeless charm of village churches.

Beyond the natural scenery, the book delves into Hertfordshire’s industrial past, its evolving transport links and the lives of notable residents who have left their mark on the area. Readers will appreciate the thoughtful organization, from a concise introduction to a detailed alphabetic gazetteer, making it easy to explore each locality in turn. The tone remains warm and scholarly, offering a perfect companion for anyone curious about the county’s heritage and everyday life.

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Language

en

Duration

~6 hours (353K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by Louise Pryor and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net

Release date

2006-04-25

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

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Herbert W. (Herbert Winckworth) Tompkins

b. 1867

Best known for writing warmly detailed books about English counties and countryside rambles, this early 20th-century travel writer had a clear affection for local history and place. His work invites readers to slow down and notice landscapes, villages, and the stories tucked into them.

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