On Old-World Highways A Book of Motor Rambles in France and Germany and the Record of a Pilgrimage from Land's End to John O'Groats in Britain

** "On Old-World Highways" by Thos. D. Murphy is a travel memoir from the early 1900s, recounting motor trips through the beautiful landscapes of France, Germany, and Britain. The book describes journeys filled with picturesque views and the author’s musings on the locales and events of these road trips. The writing shines a light on the beauty of both popular and less traveled spots throughout these areas, starting with a planned trip from London to France. The narrator presents his travel companions, including "the Captain," a guide. As they drive through the English countryside toward Boulogne, anticipation builds. The beginning also mentions preparations made via the Royal Automobile Club, showing the planning that went into motor travel in this era. Readers are invited to explore old-world charm through observations of the roads, towns, and people seen during the journey. **