Suffolk (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

W. A. Dutt

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0656006404 ISBN 13: 9780656006403

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Explore Suffolk’s coast, farms, and historic towns through a clear, readable guide.

This edition presents a concise overview of the county’s geography, economy, and notable places, from its eastern coastline to its celebrated towns and villages.

Suffolk sits as England’s easternmost county, with a long North Sea border and a coastline shaped by its tidal rivers. The text explains how historic boundaries formed, how agriculture has shaped the land, and how towns like Ipswich and Lowestoft grew into ports and centers of industry. It also highlights the county’s rich mix of heritage sites, rivers, and long-standing crafts that have influenced its character over centuries.
What you’ll experience

• A snapshot of Suffolk’s geography, boundaries, and natural conditions, including important rivers and coastal features.
• A look at agriculture, crops, and livestock that have long defined farming in the county.
• An outline of main industries, from weaving and shipbuilding to modern manufacturing and fishing.
• Descriptions of key towns and landmarks, with notes on notable buildings, parks, and local history.
• Learn how the landscape and human activity shaped the economy, from ancient flint-knapping to contemporary trade.
• Discover the role of ports like Ipswich and Lowestoft in commerce and fishing, and see how industry evolved with new technology.
• Get a sense of Suffolk’s regional identity through its villages, castles, abbeys, and historic houses.

Ideal for readers of regional history and those curious about how geography, farming, and industry weave together to form a county’s story.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0656006404
• ISBN 13: 9780656006403
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 150