9780428417956 - Our Parish Books, and What They Tell Us, Vol. 2: Holy Cross West Gate, Canterbury (Classic Reprint) de Cowper, J. Meadows (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book presents an exploration of an archive of Overseers' and Churchwardens' Accounts of the Holy Cross Parish of Canterbury for the period 1642-1760. Through the author's meticulous examination of these records, readers gain an intimate glimpse into the lives of the local inhabitants during this time. The detailed entries shed light on the challenges faced by the community, including poverty, healthcare, education, and infrastructure maintenance. By analyzing the social and economic conditions reflected in these accounts, the book offers valuable insights into the lives of ordinary people in 17th and 18th century England. The author's meticulous research and engaging narrative provide a rich historical resource for scholars and lay readers alike. This book serves as a testament to the importance of local archives and the stories they can reveal about the past, making it an essential read for anyone interested in social history and the development of local communities. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.