Robert Pocock: The Gravesend Historian, Naturalist, Antiquarian And Printer

By George Matthews Arnold

Book Overview

""Robert Pocock: The Gravesend Historian, Naturalist, Antiquarian And Printer"" is a biographical work written by George M. Arnold that explores the life and achievements of Robert Pocock, a prominent figure in the 18th and 19th century English town of Gravesend. Pocock was a historian, naturalist, antiquarian, and printer who dedicated his life to documenting and preserving the history and culture of his hometown. The book delves into Pocock's early life and upbringing, his education and apprenticeship as a printer, and his eventual establishment of his own printing business in Gravesend. It also explores his various interests and pursuits, including his passion for natural history and his involvement in local historical societies and organizations. Arnold provides a comprehensive overview of Pocock's many accomplishments, including his extensive writings on local history and natural science, his contributions to the development of Gravesend as a town, and his role in preserving and promoting the cultural heritage of the area. Overall, ""Robert Pocock: The Gravesend Historian, Naturalist, Antiquarian And Printer"" offers readers a fascinating glimpse into the life and work of a remarkable individual who played a significant role in shaping the history and culture of his community.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: 1163779768
• ISBN13: 9781163779767
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 286 Pages
• Weight: 0.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"