Smollett Monument

This imposing monument was erected in 1774 to commemorate the life and achievements of one of the most famous people born in the locality - Tobias Smollett, the 18th century novelist, playwright and historian. Quoted from the West Dunbartonshire Council website.

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RHH ^club

I would guess very few people today have even heard of him. Nice shot.

6 years ago.

Joe, Son of the Rock ^club has replied to RHH ^club

I have his books on my Kindle, Ron. Thanks for your very kind comment. Cheers, Joe

6 years ago.

Fred Fouarge ^club

HFF Joe Mooi weekeinde

6 years ago.

Joe, Son of the Rock ^club has replied to Fred Fouarge ^club

I appreciate your kind comment, Fred. HFF and a fantastic weekend to you. Thank you, Joe

6 years ago.

Adele ^club

A well composed image , Joe, very fine in mono.
HFF and a happy weekend

6 years ago.

Joe, Son of the Rock ^club has replied to Adele ^club

I appreciate your kind comment, Adele. HFF and a fantastic weekend to you. Thank you, Joe

6 years ago.

Schussentäler ^club

HFF and a happy weekend

6 years ago.

Joe, Son of the Rock ^club has replied to Schussentäler ^club

I appreciate your kind comment, Schussentäler. HFF and a fantastic weekend to you. Thank you, Joe

6 years ago.

Jaap van 't Veen ^club

Beautiful b/w image.
HFF and a nice weekend.

6 years ago.

Joe, Son of the Rock ^club has replied to Jaap van 't Veen ^club

Thanks for your very kind comment, Jaap. HFF and a fantastic weekend to you. Cheers, Joe

6 years ago.

Ulrich John ^club

HFF, Joe ! Wish you a very nice weekend !

6 years ago.

Joe, Son of the Rock ^club has replied to Ulrich John ^club

I appreciate your kind comment, Ulrich John. HFF and a great weekend to you. Best wishes, Joe

6 years ago.

Herb Riddle ^club

Another grey day Joe but a nice capture anyway. Well done.

HFF, enjoy your weekend, Herb

6 years ago.

Joe, Son of the Rock ^club has replied to Herb Riddle ^club

Thanks for your very kind comment, Herb. HFF and a fantastic weekend to you. Cheers, Joe

6 years ago.

Percy Schramm ^club

That' s really an impressive muonument, great shot in B/W. HFF, have a fine weekend, Joe !

6 years ago.

Joe, Son of the Rock ^club has replied to Percy Schramm ^club

I appreciate your kind comment, Percy. HFF and a fantastic weekend to you. Thank you, Joe

6 years ago.

Karp Panta

HFF and a very nice weekend !!!

6 years ago.

Joe, Son of the Rock ^club has replied to Karp Panta

Thanks for your very kind comment, Karp Panta. HFF and a fantastic weekend to you. Cheers, Joe

6 years ago.

Janet Brien ^club

Wow...imposing is right! Nice picture though, looks great in b/w and it's quite the interesting monument which begs more information about this person. Thanks for the link! :)

6 years ago.

Joe, Son of the Rock ^club has replied to Janet Brien ^club

Plenty of information here, Janet.

Thanks for your very kind comment. Cheers, Joe

6 years ago.

Rosalyn Hilborne

I haven't read any of his books Joe. Thanks for bringing him to our attention. It is a very imposing monument. Is the smaller one to commemorate those lost in the world wars?
Excellent in b&w. HFF and enjoy your weekend. Cheers, Rosa.

6 years ago.

Joe, Son of the Rock ^club has replied to Rosalyn Hilborne

Yes, the smaller one is a War Memorial, Rosa.

I did begin reading The Adventures of Roderick Random, but I didn't finish it.

I believe Tobias Smollett was the bloke who translated Cervantes’ Don Quixote into English. I did read that book, but it was a long time ago.

HFF and have a great weekend.

Thanks for your very kind comment.

Cheers,

Joe

6 years ago. Edited 6 years ago.

Ecobird ^club

I am pleased you added the links Joe, - I must admit to being quite ignorant about the subject. A lovely shot. HFF and have a great weekend.

6 years ago.

Joe, Son of the Rock ^club has replied to Ecobird ^club

Thanks for your very kind comment, Carol. HFF and a fantastic weekend to you. Cheers, Joe

6 years ago.

tiabunna ^club

An impressive monument. HFF and have a great weekend.

6 years ago.

Joe, Son of the Rock ^club has replied to tiabunna ^club

I appreciate your kind comment, tiabunna . HFF and a fantastic weekend to you. Thank you, Joe

6 years ago.

Gudrun ^club

At least I have heard of Smollett but I must confess I have never read his books...
Belated HFF, Joe!

6 years ago.

Joe, Son of the Rock ^club has replied to Gudrun ^club

Thanks for your kind comment, Gudrun. Smollett is buried in Livorno. Cheers, Joe

6 years ago.

Nicole Merdrignac ^club

Photo très intéressante. Nicole.

6 years ago.

Joe, Son of the Rock ^club has replied to Nicole Merdrignac ^club

Merci pour ton très gentil commentaire, Nicole. Amitiés, Joe

6 years ago.

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