The History Of Honiton

Book Overview

The History of Honiton (1868) is a book written by A. Farquharson that provides a comprehensive and detailed account of the town of Honiton in Devon, England. The book covers the history of the town from its earliest recorded settlements to the mid-19th century, exploring its growth and development over time.The book begins with an overview of Honiton's geography and topography, before delving into its early history, including the Roman and Saxon periods. It then moves on to the medieval period, exploring the town's role as a market town and its involvement in the wool trade.The book also covers Honiton's involvement in the English Civil War, as well as its development during the Georgian and Victorian eras. It provides detailed accounts of the town's notable buildings, including churches, schools, and public buildings, as well as its social and cultural life.Throughout the book, Farquharson draws on a range of primary sources, including official records, diaries, and personal accounts, to provide a rich and detailed picture of Honiton's history. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Devon or the development of market towns in England.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: 1166283356
• ISBN13: 9781166283353
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 94 Pages
• Weight: 0.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"