Publisher's Synopsis
""A Ride Across Iceland In The Summer Of 1891"" is a travelogue written by William Thomas McCormick, first published in 1892. The book chronicles McCormick's journey across Iceland on horseback during the summer of 1891. McCormick describes in detail the rugged terrain, the harsh weather conditions, and the unique culture and customs of the Icelandic people. He also shares his encounters with various animals, including whales and seals, and the challenges he faced while crossing rivers and navigating through the wilderness. Throughout the book, McCormick provides vivid descriptions of the stunning natural beauty of Iceland, from its glaciers and waterfalls to its hot springs and geysers. This book provides a fascinating glimpse into Iceland during a time when it was still largely untouched by modern civilization.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.
