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The Peak Guide, Containing the Topographical, Statistical, and General History of Buxton, Chatsworth, Edensor, Castlteon, Bakewell, Haddon, Matlock, ... of the Trade and Manufactures of the County; - Hardcover

Stephen Glover

 
9780332860206: The Peak Guide, Containing the Topographical, Statistical, and General History of Buxton, Chatsworth, Edensor, Castlteon, Bakewell, Haddon, Matlock, ... of the Trade and Manufactures of the County;

Synopsis

Explore Derbyshire in depth with a classic topographic guide that reveals the county’s history, geography, and everyday life.

This two-volume work gathers authoritative information on Buxton, Chatsworth, Matlock, Bakewell, and the surrounding Peak country. It blends maps,Topography, and biographical sketches to create a complete picture of the region’s towns, estates, industries, and natural wonders.

Designed for Nobility, gentry, visitors, and residents, the book assembles extensive notes on geography, antiquities, commerce, and the people who shaped Derbyshire. It includes sections on mining, manufactures, churches, charities, and significant houses, along with plans for future readers to locate the county’s most interesting sights.

  • A detailed outline of Derbyshire’s geography and topography, with maps and engravings
  • Profiles of noble seats, notable families, and biographical sketches of eminent figures
  • Accounts of crafts, trades, mining, and the county’s economic life
  • Descriptive contents on antiquities, churches, charities, and local institutions

Ideal for readers planning a visit, local historians, and anyone curious about Derbyshire’s heritage and landscape.

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9780282866051: The Peak Guide, Containing the Topographical, Statistical, and General History of Buxton, Chatsworth, Edensor, Castlteon, Bakewell, Haddon, Matlock, ... of the Trade and Manufactures of the County;

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ISBN 10:  0282866051 ISBN 13:  9780282866051
Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018
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