A History Of Altrincham And Bowdon: With An Account Of The Barony And House Of Dunham (1879)

By Alfred Ingham

Book Overview

""A History Of Altrincham And Bowdon: With An Account Of The Barony And House Of Dunham"" is a book written by Alfred Ingham and first published in 1879. The book is a comprehensive historical account of the towns of Altrincham and Bowdon, located in the county of Cheshire in England. In addition to detailing the history of these towns, the book also provides an in-depth look at the Barony and House of Dunham, which was a significant estate in the area.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a specific period in the history of the towns and the Barony of Dunham. The first chapter provides an overview of the early history of the area, including the Roman occupation and the arrival of the Anglo-Saxons. Subsequent chapters cover the medieval period, the Tudor and Stuart eras, and the 18th and 19th centuries.Throughout the book, Ingham provides detailed information on the people, places, and events that shaped the history of the area. He also includes numerous illustrations and maps to help readers visualize the towns and the Barony of Dunham at different points in history.Overall, ""A History Of Altrincham And Bowdon: With An Account Of The Barony And House Of Dunham"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Cheshire and the North West of England. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the lives of the people who lived in these towns and the surrounding area over the centuries, and is a must-read for anyone interested in local history.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164531441
• ISBN13: 9781164531449
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 232 Pages
• Weight: 0.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"