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Walks Through Islington: Comprising A Historical And Descriptive Account Of That Extensive And Important District, Both In Its Ancient And Pres

Walks Through Islington: Comprising A Historical And Descriptive Account Of That Extensive And Important District, Both In Its Ancient And Pres

Cromwell, Thomas
Storer, J.
Storer, Henry Sargant

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Travel WritingFiction AnthologiesGeneral World History

ISBN10: 1104525445
ISBN13: 9781104525446
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: May 10 2009
Pages: 472
Weight: 1.38
Height: 0.95 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Walks Through Islington is a book written by Thomas Cromwell in 1835. The book provides a comprehensive historical and descriptive account of the district of Islington, which is located in the northern part of London. The author covers both the ancient and present state of the area, providing readers with a detailed insight into the development of the district over the years.The book is divided into several chapters, with each chapter focusing on a specific aspect of Islington's history and development. The author starts by providing an overview of the district's geography and topography, before delving into its historical background. He covers the district's Roman and Saxon origins, as well as its development during the medieval and Tudor periods.The author also provides a detailed account of the district's social and economic development, including its growth as a center for trade and commerce. He discusses the various industries that flourished in Islington, including brewing, printing, and pottery.In addition to its historical content, the book also provides readers with a guide to the district's landmarks and notable buildings. The author takes readers on a virtual tour of the district, pointing out important landmarks such as churches, schools, and public buildings.Overall, Walks Through Islington is an informative and engaging book that provides readers with a comprehensive understanding of the district's history and development. It is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of London or the development of urban areas in general.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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