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The History Of Hestercombe
In The Parish Of Kingston, Hundred Of Taunton Dean And County Of Somerset (1874)
Thomas Hugo
Livre broché | Anglais
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Description
The History of Hestercombe is a book written by Thomas Hugo in 1874. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history of Hestercombe, a parish located in the Hundred of Taunton Dean in the County of Somerset. The author traces the history of the area from the earliest times, exploring the impact of the Roman occupation and the Anglo-Saxon period. He then moves on to discuss the medieval period, focusing on the development of the parish and the role played by the local lords and the church.The book also provides an in-depth exploration of the Tudor and Stuart periods, examining the impact of the Reformation and the Civil War on the local community. Hugo discusses the development of Hestercombe House, a grand country house that was built in the 16th century, and the role it played in the social and economic life of the area.The author also explores the impact of the Industrial Revolution on Hestercombe, discussing the growth of industry in the area and the changes it brought about. He concludes the book with a discussion of the Victorian era, exploring the social and cultural changes that took place during this time.Overall, The History of Hestercombe is a fascinating and detailed account of the history of a small but significant parish in Somerset. The book provides a valuable resource for anyone interested in local history, and is a testament to the rich and varied history of this part of England.This 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.
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Contenu
- Nombre de pages :
- 44
- Langue:
- Anglais
Caractéristiques
- EAN:
- 9781165646470
- Date de parution :
- 10-09-10
- Format:
- Livre broché
- Format numérique:
- Trade paperback (VS)
- Dimensions :
- 216 mm x 279 mm
- Poids :
- 167 g
