Notes and Queries, Vol. 2: A Quarterly Journal Devoted to the Local History Biography and Antiquities of the County of Devon; From January 1902 to October 1903 (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

P. F. S. Amery

 
9781334392764: Notes and Queries, Vol. 2: A Quarterly Journal Devoted to the Local History Biography and Antiquities of the County of Devon; From January 1902 to October 1903 (Classic Reprint)

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This book offers an in-depth exploration of the history, literature, and antiquities of Devon, a county in the southwest of England, through a series of essays by various contributors. Beginning with the prehistoric period and continuing through the medieval era and beyond, it covers diverse topics such as archaeological discoveries, medieval churches, and the influence of the county's maritime heritage on its culture and economy. The book also delves into the lives and works of notable Devon-born figures, including the poet Samuel Taylor Coleridge, the diarist John Fowles, and the author Agatha Christie. By examining Devon's rich past, this book provides valuable insights into the development of English society, culture, and literature.

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