The vale of Lyvennet : $b its picturesque peeps and legendary lore

"The Vale of Lyvennet: Its Picturesque Peeps and Legendary Lore" by John Salkeld Bland is manuscript from the early 20th century that explores the Lyvennet River and its surrounding vale. It's a mix of local geography, historical facts, and drawings that shows us the cultural and natural wonders from that area, along with old stories tied to its lands. The author, with a love for botany, geology, and history, carefully wrote down the region's interesting features and tales. The book starts by placing the Lyvennet River in its location and explaining why it matters to the area, along with the author's life in Reagill. It shows how the author's schooling and passions play big role in how the book became a mix of descriptions and pictures of landmarks, all working together to show the vale's past and beautiful views. The author’s hard work shines through as different spots are written about in great detail, highlighting the close bond between the land and the legends that have grown over the years.