The History of Lincoln: With an Appendix, Containing a List of the Members Returned to Serve in Parliament, as Also of the Mayors and Sheriffs of the City (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Adam Stark

9780484755153: The History of Lincoln: With an Appendix, Containing a List of the Members Returned to Serve in Parliament, as Also of the Mayors and Sheriffs of the City (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0484755153 ISBN 13: 9780484755153

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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Explore the ancient heart of Lincoln through its stones, streets, and stories.

This historical work traces Lincoln from British and Roman beginnings to the medieval city, weaving together ruins, walls, gates, and notable buildings. Rich in detail, it offers readers a grounded view of how the city grew, fought, and evolved over centuries.

This edition presents a clear map of Lincoln’s past, from the layout of the Roman city to the later additions that shaped its character. It combines narrative chapters with practical appendices, including lists of local mayors, bailiffs, sheriffs, and members returned to Parliament, helping readers connect landmarks to their roles in local and national history.

Learn how the Roman town was organized, with walls, gates, and the pretorium in focus.
See famous landmarks like the Stone Bow, the Conduit, and the Jew’s House, with descriptions of their style and uses.
Discover where power and trade rested in the town through chapters on the cathedral, the castle, and civic institutions.
Find reference material in the appendices, including lists of civic officials and parliamentary members.

Ideal for readers of local history, architecture, and heritage, as well as anyone curious about how a medieval city grew from its ancient roots.

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