The Exeter Road: the story of the west of England highway

"The Exeter Road: The Story of the West of England Highway" by Charles G. Harper is a late 1800s book chronicling the history of England's Exeter Road. As the fifth book on major English highways, the story explores the path's development and related traditions, blending historical detail and storytelling. The story begins at Hyde Park Corner, drawing a connection to other important routes like the one to Bath. The reader learns the history about the pathways to Exeter and how travel evolved, remembering the coaching services like the "Telegraph" and "Quicksilver". Harper shows how difficult early travel was, especially when compared to modern advancements in transportation. The author also introduces us to local legends, which combines with practical travel experiences, creating a trip through both time and place.