The Story Of Gloucestershire (1908)

By John Sawyer

Book Overview

The Story of Gloucestershire is a historical book written by John Sawyer and originally published in 1908. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the history of Gloucestershire, a county located in the southwest of England. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the county's prehistoric past, Roman occupation, and medieval history. It also delves into the county's role in the English Civil War, the Industrial Revolution, and its development into a modern county. The author provides detailed descriptions of the county's towns and villages, including their architecture, economy, and notable residents. The book also includes numerous illustrations, maps, and photographs to help readers visualize the county's history and landmarks. Overall, The Story of Gloucestershire is an informative and engaging read for anyone interested in the history of this English county. It provides a detailed and comprehensive overview of the county's past, making it an essential resource for historians, students, and anyone interested in local history.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: 1104400537
• ISBN13: 9781104400538
• Release Date: April 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 328 Pages
• Weight: 0.97 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"