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CHAPTER I.
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The Channel Islands little known in England, and their
claims to be known—Approach to Jersey—Coast Scenery
First Impressions—St. Helier and its Environs—Causes
of Prosperity—The Market Place and its Attractions—The
Square, and its Coteries and Loungers—Streets and Shops
—Churches—Fort Regent—Charming Views.................................1
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General aspect of Jersey—Valleys, and Streams—Ivy—View
over the I s l a n d — Character of the Valleys—Dells, Orchards,
Cattle—The New Roads, and the Old Lanes—Military
Objections to the New Roads............................................................ 17
CHAPTER III.
The Town of St. Aubin, Situation, Inhabitants—Grouville,
and its Church — The Island Churches — The Town of
Gorey—Mont Orgueil Castle—Magnificent Prospect—The
Oyster Fishery of Gorey—Traditions—Prynne, and his
Poetry — The Island Hamlets — Farm Houses— Manor
Houses—Villas and Gardens—Flowers—A few words on
Climate ...... .........................................................................................
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