Edric Holmes

Edric Holmes
Edric Holmes was an English writer known for his works on topography and travel, particularly focusing on the landscapes and histories of the English countryside. He authored several books, including "Seaward Sussex" (1920), "In Praise of Winchester" (1920), and "The South Downs" (1922), which are celebrated for their detailed descriptions and appreciation of the natural beauty and historical significance of the regions. Holmes’ writing often reflects his deep admiration for England's rural charm, particularly in the southern counties. His works remain valuable references for those interested in historical travel literature.

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CHAPTER I WINCHESTER AND CENTRAL HAMPSHIRE   The foundations of the ancient capital of England were probably laid when the waves of Celtic conquest that had submerged the Neolithic men stilled to tranquillity. The earliest records left to us are many generations later and they are obscure and doubtful, but according to Vigilantius, an early historian whose lost writings have been quoted by those who... more...

CHAPTER I LEWES "Lewes is the most romantic situation I ever saw"; thus Defoe, and the capital of Sussex shares with Rye and Arundel the distinction of having a continental picturesqueness more in keeping with old France than with one of the home counties of England. This, however, is only the impression made by the town when viewed as a whole; its individual houses, its churches and castle,... more...