The Story Of A Devonshire House (1905)

By Bernard Coleridge and Coleridge Bernard Coleridge 1851-1927

Book Overview

The Story Of A Devonshire House is a historical account of the author's family home, Ottery St Mary in Devonshire, England. Written by Bernard Coleridge and published in 1905, the book chronicles the history of the house and its inhabitants, from its construction in the 16th century to the present day. Coleridge provides a detailed description of the architecture and layout of the house, as well as its various renovations and additions over the centuries. He also delves into the lives of the people who lived in the house, including his own ancestors, and their roles in shaping the local community and wider society.The book is filled with anecdotes and personal reminiscences, giving readers a glimpse into the daily life of the house and its inhabitants. Coleridge also explores the cultural and historical context of the house, discussing the impact of events such as the English Civil War and the Industrial Revolution on the local area.Overall, The Story Of A Devonshire House is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in English history, architecture, or family memoirs. Coleridge's engaging writing style and personal connection to the subject matter make this book a unique and enjoyable read.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: 1104666464
• ISBN13: 9781104666460
• Release Date: June 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 402 Pages
• Weight: 1.18 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"