The Mirror of Literature, Amusement, and Instruction. Volume 14, No. 390, September 19, 1829

audiobook

The Mirror of Literature, Amusement, and Instruction. Volume 14, No. 390, September 19, 1829

by Various Authors

EN·~1 hours·8 chapters

Chapters

8 total
1

CLIFTON.

6:06
2

MANNERS & CUSTOMS OF ALL NATIONS.

20:49
3

THE SKETCH-BOOK.

10:30
4

SPIRIT OF DISCOVERY.

4:40
5

NOTES OF A READER.

12:50
6

SPIRIT OF THE PUBLIC JOURNALS.

11:46
7

THE ANECDOTE GALLERY.

3:56
8

THE GATHERER.

5:25

Description

The listener is invited into a lyrical stroll through one of England’s most picturesque locales, where the winding Avon river meets dramatic limestone cliffs and verdant downs. The narrative paints Clifton’s sweeping panoramas—from sun‑kissed terraces and elegant hill‑top homes to the bustling harbor glimpsed across the water—while weaving in the historic charm of Roman relics and the proud monuments that dot the landscape.

Beyond the scenery, the piece turns to the celebrated Bristol Hot Wells, describing the roar of water that gushes from the very rock face and the mineral‑rich springs that have drawn visitors for generations. Poetic observations mingle with practical details about the striking St. Vincent’s Rocks, their striking red marble sheen, and the rare crystals they yield. The result is a richly textured portrait that blends natural beauty, local lore, and a touch of 19th‑century scientific curiosity, perfect for anyone who loves immersive, travel‑inspired storytelling.

Collections

Browse all

Details

Language

en

Duration

~1 hours (73K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by Jonathan Ingram, Andy Schmitt, David King, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team

Release date

2004-03-01

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

VA

Various Authors

A shared credit like this usually means the audiobook brings together work by more than one writer. That can make for a lively listening experience, with different voices, styles, and ideas collected in one place.

View all books

You may also like