Vignettes Of Derbyshire (1824)

By Mrs Mary Sterndale

Book Overview

Vignettes of Derbyshire is a book written by Mary R. Sterndale in 1824. The book is a collection of short stories, anecdotes, and descriptions of the people, places, and events in Derbyshire, a county in the East Midlands region of England. The author presents a vivid and detailed picture of the county, its landscapes, architecture, customs, and traditions, as well as its history and legends. The book is divided into several sections, each focusing on a different aspect of Derbyshire life, such as the Peak District, the towns and villages, the mines and quarries, the churches and chapels, and the local customs and festivals. The author's writing style is engaging and descriptive, and she frequently includes personal observations and reflections, as well as quotes from other writers and historical sources. Overall, Vignettes of Derbyshire is an entertaining and informative book that provides a fascinating glimpse into the life and culture of a rural English county in the early 19th century.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: 1166291677
• ISBN13: 9781166291679
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 148 Pages
• Weight: 0.46 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"