Modern Leicester: Jottings Of Personal Experience And Research

By Robert Read Jr.

Book Overview

""Modern Leicester: Jottings of Personal Experience and Research"" is a book written by Robert Read Jr. and originally published in 1881. The book provides a detailed and personal account of the city of Leicester in the late 19th century. Read Jr. draws on his own experiences and research to describe the city's history, architecture, culture, and people. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the city's industries, religious institutions, social customs, and notable figures. It also includes detailed descriptions of Leicester's streets, buildings, and landmarks, as well as illustrations and maps. Overall, ""Modern Leicester"" provides a fascinating glimpse into the city's past and is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Leicester or Victorian England.With An Original History Of Corporation Undertakings, And Of Each Regular, Militia, Yeomanry, And Rifle Regiment Localized At The New Military Center.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: 1120007224
• ISBN13: 9781120007223
• Release Date: August 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 436 Pages
• Weight: 1.28 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"