The History Of John Winchcomb: Usually Called Jack Of Newbury, The Famous Clothier (1859)

By Thomas Deloney, James O Halliwell, James Orchard Halliwell-Phillipps

Book Overview

The History of John Winchcomb, usually called Jack of Newbury, the Famous Clothier is a book written by Thomas Deloney and published in 1859. The book tells the story of John Winchcomb, a successful clothier from Newbury, England, who lived during the reigns of Henry VIII, Edward VI, Mary I, and Elizabeth I. The book describes Winchcomb's rise from humble origins to become one of the wealthiest and most influential men in England. It details his innovations in the cloth-making industry, his business dealings with the royal court, and his involvement in local politics. The book also explores the social and cultural context of Winchcomb's life, including the religious turmoil of the Reformation and the economic changes of the Tudor period. It offers a vivid portrait of life in sixteenth-century England, from the bustling markets of London to the quiet streets of Newbury. Overall, The History of John Winchcomb is a fascinating and informative account of one man's remarkable journey through Tudor England, and a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the period.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: 116628977X
• ISBN13: 9781166289775
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 136 Pages
• Weight: 0.42 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"