Hosted by Thomas West · 🇺🇸 US · EN · 14 episodes
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In the late eighteenth century, English writers began to explore the stunning landscapes of the Lake District, inspired not only by the works of painters like Claude Lorrain and Nicolas Poussin but by the allure of nature itself. This remote region evolved from a secluded farming area into a celebrated romantic landscape, immortalized in Thomas West’s A Guide to the Lakes (1778). Unlike his predecessors, who merely traveled through the Lakes, West, a resident, invites readers on an immersive journey through the districts breathtaking scenery, with the notable exception of Wastwater. A passionate admirer of the Claude glass—a tinted mirror that captures the landscape as if painted—West enhances Gray’s technique of identifying the most picturesque viewpoints. His guide is a delightful blend of travel narrative and rich historical descriptions of nearby towns like Lancaster, Penrith, and Kendal, making it a captivating read for both nature lovers and history enthusiasts. - Summary by Phil
Thomas West hosts Guide to the Lakes, a history show with 14 episodes published.
In the late eighteenth century, English writers began to explore the stunning landscapes of the Lake District, inspired not only by the works of painters like Claude Lorrain and Nicolas Poussin but by the allure of natur
Show notesIn the late eighteenth century, English writers began to explore the stunning landscapes of the Lake District, inspired not only by the works of painters like Claude Lorrain and Nicolas Poussin but by the allure of natur
Show notesIn the late eighteenth century, English writers began to explore the stunning landscapes of the Lake District, inspired not only by the works of painters like Claude Lorrain and Nicolas Poussin but by the allure of natur
Show notesIn the late eighteenth century, English writers began to explore the stunning landscapes of the Lake District, inspired not only by the works of painters like Claude Lorrain and Nicolas Poussin but by the allure of natur
Show notesIn the late eighteenth century, English writers began to explore the stunning landscapes of the Lake District, inspired not only by the works of painters like Claude Lorrain and Nicolas Poussin but by the allure of natur
Show notesIn the late eighteenth century, English writers began to explore the stunning landscapes of the Lake District, inspired not only by the works of painters like Claude Lorrain and Nicolas Poussin but by the allure of natur
Show notesIn the late eighteenth century, English writers began to explore the stunning landscapes of the Lake District, inspired not only by the works of painters like Claude Lorrain and Nicolas Poussin but by the allure of natur
Show notesIn the late eighteenth century, English writers began to explore the stunning landscapes of the Lake District, inspired not only by the works of painters like Claude Lorrain and Nicolas Poussin but by the allure of natur
Show notesIn the late eighteenth century, English writers began to explore the stunning landscapes of the Lake District, inspired not only by the works of painters like Claude Lorrain and Nicolas Poussin but by the allure of natur
Show notesIn the late eighteenth century, English writers began to explore the stunning landscapes of the Lake District, inspired not only by the works of painters like Claude Lorrain and Nicolas Poussin but by the allure of natur
Show notesIn the late eighteenth century, English writers began to explore the stunning landscapes of the Lake District, inspired not only by the works of painters like Claude Lorrain and Nicolas Poussin but by the allure of natur
Show notesIn the late eighteenth century, English writers began to explore the stunning landscapes of the Lake District, inspired not only by the works of painters like Claude Lorrain and Nicolas Poussin but by the allure of natur
Show notesIn the late eighteenth century, English writers began to explore the stunning landscapes of the Lake District, inspired not only by the works of painters like Claude Lorrain and Nicolas Poussin but by the allure of natur
Show notesIn the late eighteenth century, English writers began to explore the stunning landscapes of the Lake District, inspired not only by the works of painters like Claude Lorrain and Nicolas Poussin but by the allure of natur
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Guide to the Lakes is hosted by Thomas West. The show is categorised under history (arts) and has published 14 episodes.
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