Synopsis
A Description Of England And Wales: Containing A Particular Account Of Each County. Embellished With Two Hundred And Forty Copper Plates, Of Palaces, Castles, Cathedrals. This descriptive work presents county-by-county surveys that blend geography, antiquities, and local history of towns, rivers, markets, abbeys, and castles, often accompanied by notes on notable residents and monumental sites. The excerpt provided includes detailed narratives of Lincolnshire, Merionethshire, Middlesex, Montgomeryshire, and Norfolk, among others, with emphasis on palaces, castles, cathedrals, and ancient ruins, as well as the civil and ecclesiastical structures of major cities like London and Westminster. The volume aims to illustrate the character and historical richness of England and Wales through curatorial accounts, antiquarian commentary, and illustrated copper plates. Dated to the late 18th century, the book offers a panoramic antiquarian snapshot of the British Isles, weaving topography with lore and architecture.
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