The Scenery and Antiquities of Ireland Book

A stunning glimpse of the natural beauty of the landscapes and sights of seventeenth century Ireland. Originally published circa 1842, this book is the result of collaboration between writer Joseph Stirling Coyne and engraver William Henry Bartlett. The first section has a collection of landscapes: wooded gorges, crashing waterfalls, wind-swept seashores, dramatic mountain scenery, and views of towns and villages. Coyne emphasizes his reverence for nature?the ?picturesque,? the ?wild and sublime,? and the ?romantic beauty? of the landscape, highlighting how the scenery inspired generations of artists and writers. The second section concentrates on the ancient ruins, churches, monuments, and castles and stone circles of Ireland. The various regions of Ireland are described as they appeared at the time of the author?s travels. Coyne?s short history of each town or region visited combined with William Henry Bartlett artistic skill allows readers to experience the natural beauty of the period.Read More