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Wintering at Mentone
"Wintering at Mentone" by William Chambers provides a detailed account of the author's experiences and observations during his visits to Mentone in the winter of 1868-70. Chambers discusses the importance of seeking a restorative environment for health, focusing on the benefits of spending winter in the south of France. The book delves into the history, development, and transformation of Mentone from an antiquated cluster of buildings to a modern health resort. Through detailed descriptions of the landscape, historical context, and personal reflections, it offers a comprehensive exploration of Mentone's significance as a winter retreat and place of historical interest.
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Published May 3, 2024
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William Chambers
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William Chambers of Glenormiston was a Scottish publisher and politician, and brother of Robert Chambers. The two brothers eventually united as partners in the publishing firm of W. & R. Chambers. In the beginning of 1832 William Chambers started a weekly publication under the title of Chambers's Edinburgh Journal, which speedily attained a large circulation. The publishing business prospered, and in 1859 Chambers founded a museum and art gallery in Peebles. The brothers collaborated on the publication of Chambers Encyclopaedia between 1860 and 1868.
As Lord Provost of Edinburgh from 1865 to 1869, Chambers was responsible for the restoration of St Giles Cathedral and other major town planning exercises, including the creation of Jeffrey Street, St Marys Street and Blackfriars Street. These streets were all created under the City Improvement Act of 1866.
William Chambers of Glenormiston was a Scottish publisher and politician, and brother of Robert Chambers. The two brothers eventually united as partners in the publishing firm of W. & R. Chambers. In the beginning of 1832 William Chambers started a weekly publication under the title of Chambers's Edinburgh Journal, which speedily attained a large circulation. The publishing business prospered, and in 1859 Chambers founded a museum and art gallery in Peebles. The brothers collaborated on the publication of Chambers Encyclopaedia between 1860 and 1868.
As Lord Provost of Edinburgh from 1865 to 1869, Chambers was responsible for the restoration of St Giles Cathedral and other major town planning exercises, including the creation of Jeffrey Street, St Marys Street and Blackfriars Street. These streets were all created under the City Improvement Act of 1866.
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