The Hull Letters: Printed From a Collection of Original Documents Found Among the Borough Archives in the Town Hall, Hull, 1884, During the Progress of the Work of Indexing (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Hull

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1528069374 ISBN 13: 9781528069373

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Discover original letters from Hull’s town archives that illuminate a pivotal Civil War era.

This volume gathers contemporary voices recorded during the tumult of 1640s England, offering a vivid glimpse into local politics, military relief efforts, and the daily work of governance.

Presented as a memorial of its time, the collection blends historical introduction with firsthand correspondence that shows how townspeople, MPs, and city officials navigated upheaval, loyalty, and the struggle for power. The book situates Hull in a national story, while letting the letters speak in their own words.

• Experience primary documents that reveal how a city interfaced with Parliament and wartime events.
• See how leaders managed resources, sequestered assets, and relationships with national figures.
• Gain context on the Civil War's impact on local life, commerce, and governance.
• Explore notes and indexes that connect people, places, and events across 17th‑century Hull.

Ideal for readers of local history, archival documents, and anyone curious about how ordinary towns faced extraordinary times.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1528069374
• ISBN 13: 9781528069373
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 219