English Journey
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: J. B. Priestley
Binding: Hardback
Published: Heron Books, London, 1960
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket - some marks on spine and corners
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Faded gilt lettering and pattern.
A captivating work of travel literature, "English Journey" chronicles J.B. Priestley's insightful observations of England during the early 1930s. This evocative narrative presents a vivid snapshot of a nation grappling with economic hardship and social change, illustrating the diverse landscapes and communities encountered along his route. Priestley's keen eye for detail and his distinctive, often poignant, prose capture the spirit of the era, offering a compelling look at the lives of ordinary people. The book argues for a deeper understanding of the country's industrial heartlands and their inhabitants, making it an essential read for those interested in British social history and interwar culture.
Author: J. B. Priestley
Binding: Hardback
Published: Heron Books, London, 1960
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket - some marks on spine and corners
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Faded gilt lettering and pattern.
A captivating work of travel literature, "English Journey" chronicles J.B. Priestley's insightful observations of England during the early 1930s. This evocative narrative presents a vivid snapshot of a nation grappling with economic hardship and social change, illustrating the diverse landscapes and communities encountered along his route. Priestley's keen eye for detail and his distinctive, often poignant, prose capture the spirit of the era, offering a compelling look at the lives of ordinary people. The book argues for a deeper understanding of the country's industrial heartlands and their inhabitants, making it an essential read for those interested in British social history and interwar culture.