Researching the Country House : A Guide for Local Historians

Arthur Elton. Brett Harrison. Keith Wark

ISBN 10: 0713464410 / ISBN 13: 9780713464412

Published by Batsford, London, 1992

About this Item

Batsford London, 1992. Pictorial soft cover. Book condition : Near fine, like new, appears unread.Superb illustrations. Book will be sent by UK postal service. Inventory #AF019325.

Seller Inventory # 019325

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Researching the Country House : A Guide for Local Historians
• Publisher: Batsford, London
• Publication Date: 1992
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0713464410
• ISBN 13: 9780713464412
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: Near Fine
• Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket
• Weight: 347 grams

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Synopsis

An illustrated guide for use by those researching the history of country houses and estates. The book begins by describing the resources available to the researcher in record offices and libraries tracing the rise and decline of the country house from the 16th century to the present day. Aristocracy and landownership, the development of a house and its landscape, the exploitation of mineral wealth, the effects of the industrial revolution and life both above and below stairs are some of the topics covered. Each of the chapters highlights the source material most relevant to its theme whether it is wills, maps, surveys, bills, diaries or letters.