The History Of Horsley (1884)

By Messing Rudkin

Book Overview

The History of Horsley is a book written by Rudkin and Messing in 1884. The book is a comprehensive account of the history of the English village of Horsley, located in the county of Derbyshire. The authors have traced the history of the village from its earliest times, covering its development and growth over the centuries.The book provides a detailed account of the geography, topography, and natural resources of the village. It also describes the social, economic, and political conditions of the village at different periods of time. The authors have drawn extensively from primary sources, including official records, historical documents, and personal accounts.The History of Horsley is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a specific period in the village's history. The first chapter deals with the prehistoric period, followed by chapters on the Roman, Saxon, and Norman periods. The authors then cover the medieval period, the Tudor period, and the Stuart period, before moving on to the 18th and 19th centuries.The book also includes a chapter on the village's churches, schools, and other institutions. It provides a detailed account of the architecture, art, and culture of the village, as well as the lives of its notable residents.Overall, The History of Horsley is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of English villages and the social, economic, and political conditions that shaped them. It is a comprehensive and well-researched book that provides a fascinating insight into the life and times of a small English village.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: 1166284891
• ISBN13: 9781166284893
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 104 Pages
• Weight: 0.33 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"