The Forty Shires: Their History, Scenery, Arts, And Legends is a book written by Charlotte M. Mason in 1881. The book is a comprehensive guide to the history, culture, and geography of forty shires in England. The author provides a detailed account of the scenic beauty, arts, and legends of each shire, along with its historical significance. The book is an excellent resource for anyone interested in exploring the rich cultural heritage of England. It is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to both scholars and lay readers. The Forty Shires: Their History, Scenery, Arts, And Legends is a must-read for anyone who wants to gain a deeper understanding of the diverse and fascinating culture of [...] 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.