ISBN: 9781331960881 - the civil divisions of the county of dorset: methodically digested and arranged, comprising lists of the civil ministerial officers, magistrates, and subordinate officers (classic reprint) (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, published in 1833, is a thorough alphabetical listing of Dorset county's inhabitants and places of interest, from the smallest to the largest. Beyond the directory, the author includes an in-depth historical description of its divisions and manors. The survey provides insight into the origin of the county's unique names and places, addressing their Saxon backgrounds in many cases. Collected over many years from historical records and direct communication, this research details all the places of worship and the people who attended from each parish. By examining the records from the past, and by studying the surnames of the area, the author also presents a unique insight into the gradual evolution of the language and customs of the county. 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.…