Hutchinson's Britain Beautiful Vol.III

This beautiful hardback book takes us on a tour of the beauty spots of Britain (and some of Ireland) including some of the lesser-known-places. With copious photos, illustrations and even coloured plates with watercolour landscapes etc, also maps

Pub. Hutchinson & Co, Paternoster Row, London

Typically of many books of this era, it does not have the date of publishing, which is rather frustrating, but the style of the text, the photos, the description of the places, all point to a likely publication between 1940 and 1950. A little research indicates it was published in 1950.

These kinds of volumes began to become popular with the advent of the motor car, as people began to drive for leisure and explore their own country as tourists, continuing in a more expanded way what had begun with the age of charabancs and steam engines. I like these kinds of books as much also for the snapshot they provide of how these places looked and 'felt' in the late 40s / 50s. As well as a book collector, a novelist might find a volume like this useful for this reason.

The pages are in great condition, with just the usual yellowing from age. The hardback cover is good, but has some scuffs and wear, though overall is fine. See Photos