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Rich in historical detail, this book explores Swindon and its surroundings from prehistoric times to the 19th century. It is structured into four parts: the prehistoric landscape, Roman market town establishment, medieval developments including the Old Town Hall, and the industrial growth spurred by the Great Western Railway. Jefferies enhances his narrative with vivid descriptions and illustrations, making it an insightful resource for those interested in the region's history. This facsimile reprint preserves the cultural significance of the original work.
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Jefferies' Land, Richard Jefferies
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- Released
- 2008
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- Title
- Jefferies' Land
- Subtitle
- A History Of Swindon And Its Environs (1896)
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Richard Jefferies
- Publisher
- Kessinger Publishing, LLC
- Released
- 2008
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 252
- ISBN13
- 9781437091045
- Category
- World history, Geography / Topography
- Description
- Rich in historical detail, this book explores Swindon and its surroundings from prehistoric times to the 19th century. It is structured into four parts: the prehistoric landscape, Roman market town establishment, medieval developments including the Old Town Hall, and the industrial growth spurred by the Great Western Railway. Jefferies enhances his narrative with vivid descriptions and illustrations, making it an insightful resource for those interested in the region's history. This facsimile reprint preserves the cultural significance of the original work.