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Memoranda on Tours and Touraine / Including remarks on the climate with a sketch of the Botany And Geology of the Province also on the Wines and Mineral Waters of France cover

Memoranda on Tours and Touraine / Including remarks on the climate with a sketch of the Botany And Geology of the Province also on the Wines and Mineral Waters of France

By J. H. Holdsworth
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The volume provides a practical, descriptive guide to Tours, the Touraine region, and central France, pairing landscape sketches and climate observations with medical advice for invalid travellers. It surveys local scenery and society, outlines the province’s botany and geology, examines viticulture and classifies regional wines, and summarizes the medicinal properties of mineral waters and spas. Chapters offer recommended routes, lodging and hydropathic treatment guidance, meteorological records, and an appendix with passports, currency, and expense information. Occasional historical and architectural notes address châteaux and social institutions, including the Mettray colony.

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J. H. Holdsworth

J. H. Holdsworth was an author known for his work in travel literature, particularly his book "Memoranda on Tours and Touraine." This work provides insights into the climate, botany, and geology of the Touraine region in France, along with observations on its wines and mineral waters. Holdsworth's writing reflects a keen interest in the natural environment and cultural aspects of the areas he explored, making his contributions valuable for those interested in travel and geography.

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