The History And Antiquities Of The Seigniory Of Holderness V1: In The East-Riding Of The County Of York, Including The Abbies Of Meaux And Swine (1840

By William Dade

The History And Antiquities Of The Seigniory Of Holderness V1: In The East-Riding Of The County Of York, Including The Abbies Of Meaux And Swine (1840) is a detailed historical account of the Seigniory of Holderness, located in the East Riding of the County of York, England. The book is written by William Dade and is divided into two volumes. The first volume covers the history and antiquities of the Seigniory of Holderness, including its geography, geology, and natural history. It also discusses the early inhabitants of the area, including the Celts, Romans, and Saxons, and provides a detailed account of the Norman Conquest and the subsequent development of the Seigniory. The book also covers the religious history of the area, including the founding and history of the Abbies of Meaux and Swine, which played significant roles in the development of the Seigniory. Additionally, the book provides a detailed account of the social and economic history of the area, including the development of the agricultural industry and the impact of the Industrial Revolution on the region. Overall, The History And Antiquities Of The Seigniory Of Holderness V1: In The East-Riding Of The County Of York, Including The Abbies Of Meaux And Swine (1840) is a comprehensive and informative historical account of a significant region in England, written by a knowledgeable and experienced historian.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: 1166335194
• ISBN13: 9781166335199
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 544 Pages
• Weight: 2.66 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"