Beggars on Horseback; A riding tour in North Wales (eBook)

Martin Ross's 'Beggars on Horseback; A riding tour in North Wales' is a captivating travel narrative that vividly recounts an equestrian journey through the rugged landscapes of North Wales. Blending humor with insightful observations, the narrative serves as both a record of adventure and a reflection on the natural beauty and cultural richness encountered along the way. Presented in the literary context of Victorian travel writing, the book exhibits a style that combines a keen eye for detail with the narrative flair characteristic of the era. This special edition, reproduced by DigiCat Publishing, honors the book's standing as a significant contribution to the corpus of travel literature, and marks its continuing relevance in a modern format, extending its reach to new generations of readers. The author, Martin Ross—pseudonym of Violet Florence Martin—embarks on this literary journey with her cousin Edith Somerville, drawing upon their collective experiences to craft a narrative rich with authenticity and wit. This collaborative work likely springs from their shared passion for the equestrian lifestyle and a deep appreciation for the nuances of rural life and the natural world. The book not only serves as a window into their travels but also into the sensibilities of the time, providing context for the socio-cultural milieu that shaped Ross and her writing. 'Beggars on Horseback; A riding tour in North Wales' comes highly recommended to aficionados of travelogues, equestrian enthusiasts, and lovers of Victorian literature alike. With its meticulous reproduction by DigiCat Publishing, the work invites contemporary audiences to embark on a historical sojourn across the Welsh countryside, riding alongside the narrators as they traverse the narrative terrain with the same acknowledgment and passion befitting a classic of world literature.