Provinces of England: A Study of Some Geographical, Aspects of Devolution (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

C. B. Fawcett

9780267993604: Provinces of England: A Study of Some Geographical, Aspects of Devolution (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0267993609 ISBN 13: 9780267993604

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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Explore how England could be divided into twelve distinct provinces to reflect geography, population, and history.

This substantive study examines existing political divisions and proposes a practical framework for regional provinces. Rich with maps and boundary details, it shows how natural features and population patterns shape regional identity.

The work outlines a clear method for delimiting provinces, discusses potential capitals, and explains how railway connections and educational regions fit into a coordinated federal view. It blends historical context with contemporary factors to imagine a more regional approach to governance while preserving national unity.

Three-part structure: analysis of current divisions, province-by-province geography, and general considerations
In-depth description of each province’s extent, boundaries, and influencing factors
Practical notes on maps, population figures, and proposed transport links
Discussion of how provincial systems could interact with a federal or devolved framework

Ideal for readers of historical geography, regional planning, and those curious about how nations might reorganize governance around geographic realities.

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