Over Fen and Wold

A leisurely road journey across the often‑overlooked landscapes of eastern England forms the heart of this charming travelogue. The author sets out to discover the hidden hills and tranquil fens of Lincolnshire, a county dismissed by many as flat and featureless, yet revealed here as a tapestry of gentle rises, ancient churches, and quiet country lanes. The narrative unfolds with the easy cadence of a summer drive, inviting listeners to share in the simple pleasure of watching the countryside roll by.

Illustrated with fourteen full‑page wood engravings drawn by the writer himself, the book captures the texture of that era’s inns, manor houses, and village crossroads. A hand‑drawn map guides the listener along the route, while the author’s reflections on the freedom of travelling by dog‑cart—stopping whenever the mood strikes—evoke a bygone age when the road itself was the adventure. The tone remains light‑hearted and personal, offering a vivid snapshot of English travel before the railway’s swift dominance.