Sussex, Painted by Wilfrid Ball by Hilaire Belloc

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Artist Ball, Wilfrid, 1853-1917
Author Belloc, Hilaire, 1870-1953
LoC No. 06035604
Title Sussex, Painted by Wilfrid Ball
Original Publication United Kingdom: A&C Black ltd,1906.
Note Text attributed to Hilaire Belloc.
Note Reading ease score: 57.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images available at The Internet Archive)
Summary "Sussex, Painted by Wilfrid Ball" by Hilaire Belloc is a detailed geographical and historical exploration of Sussex, likely written in the early 20th century. This work serves as both an informative guide and a companion volume to the similarly themed "Wessex," focusing on the county's physical characteristics and its historical significance. Belloc engages in a vivid depiction of the region's landscapes, towns, and the topographical features that shape Sussex's unique personality. The opening of this work lays a foundation for the discussion by outlining the physical geography of Sussex, emphasizing its distinct character shaped by historical and topographical causes. Belloc contrasts Sussex with other English counties, discussing its early settlements, notable rivers, and various terrains such as the coastal plain and the South Downs. He implies that the county's inhabitants historically faced significant barriers due to natural obstacles like the Weald forest, which affected travel and communication, ultimately influencing its cultural and historical development. Through this initial survey, Belloc prepares the reader to appreciate Sussex's rich history and landscape as the narrative unfolds further. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
Subject Sussex (England) -- Description and travel
Subject Sussex (England) -- History
Subject Sussex (England) -- Pictorial works
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EBook-No. 67784
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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