The History Of Retford, In The County Of Nottingham

Comprising Its Ancient, Progressive, And Modern State (1828)

von John S. Piercy

280 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

The History of Retford, in the County of Nottingham, written by John S. Piercy in 1828, is a comprehensive account of the town's past, present, and future. The book covers the ancient history of Retford, including its origins as a Roman settlement and its development during the Anglo-Saxon period. It also covers the town's progressive history, including its growth during the Industrial Revolution and its role in the development of the railway system.The book provides a detailed account of Retford's modern state, including its economic and social conditions, as well as its political and cultural institutions. It includes descriptions of the town's notable landmarks, such as its churches, public buildings, and historic houses.The author draws on a variety of sources, including historical documents, local records, and personal accounts, to provide a rich and detailed history of Retford. The book is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history of Nottinghamshire or the development of English towns and cities.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.

• Themen: Geschichte und Archäologie Geschichte Europäische Geschichte
• ISBN: 9781104393281
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 27.04.2009
• Größe: 229 x 152 mm
• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC