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The Antiquities Of Coventre: Illustrated From Records, Ledger Books, Manuscripts, Charters, Evidences, Tombs And Arms (1765)

The Antiquities Of Coventre: Illustrated From Records, Ledger Books, Manuscripts, Charters, Evidences, Tombs And Arms (1765)

Dugdale, William

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Medieval & Renaissance HistoryAfrican ArtFiction Anthologies

ISBN10: 1104382075
ISBN13: 9781104382070
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Apr 27 2009
Pages: 76
Weight: 0.42
Height: 0.16 Width: 8.25 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
The Antiquities of Coventre is a historical book written by William Dugdale and published in 1765. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history of Coventry, a city in central England, from its earliest days up to the 18th century. Dugdale uses a variety of sources to illustrate the history of Coventry, including records, ledger books, manuscripts, charters, evidences, tombs, and arms. Through these sources, he provides a detailed description of the city's architecture, landmarks, and notable figures.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a different period in Coventry's history. Dugdale begins with the Roman occupation of the area and goes on to describe the Anglo-Saxon and Norman eras. He then covers the medieval period, including the city's role in the Wars of the Roses and the establishment of the Coventry Mystery Plays. Dugdale also provides information on the city's religious institutions, including Coventry Cathedral and the various monasteries that once existed in the area. He describes the city's economic and social development, including its role in the cloth trade and its status as a center of learning.Overall, The Antiquities of Coventre is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Coventry or medieval English history in general. Dugdale's use of primary sources and his attention to detail make this book an important contribution to the study of 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.

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