The Great North Road: The Old Mail Road to Scotland V2: York to Edinburgh (1901)

The Great North Road: The Old Mail Road To Scotland V2: York To Edinburgh (1901) is a historical book written by Charles G. Harper. The book is a detailed account of the Great North Road, which was the main mail route from London to Edinburgh in the 18th and 19th centuries. The second volume of the book covers the section of the road from York to Edinburgh.The book begins with a brief history of the Great North Road and its importance as a mail route. It then provides a detailed description of the road, including the towns and villages it passes through, the inns and taverns along the way, and the landmarks and historical sites that can be seen from the road.The author also includes anecdotes and stories about the people who traveled on the road, including famous figures such as Charles Dickens and William Wordsworth. The book is illustrated with maps and engravings that help to bring the road and its history to life.Overall, The Great North Road: The Old Mail Road To Scotland V2: York To Edinburgh (1901) is a fascinating and informative book that provides a unique insight into the history of one of Britain's most important roads. It will be of interest to anyone interested in the history of transport, travel, and communication in Britain.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.