Published by Lion Fiction, Oxford, UK, 2014
ISBN 10: 1782640894 ISBN 13: 9781782640899
Seller: Foxtrot Books, Yankton, SD, U.S.A.
Soft cover. Condition: Good. Good COndition paperback 344 pages.
Published by Forgotten Books, 2024
ISBN 10: 1333613776 ISBN 13: 9781333613778
Seller: Forgotten Books, London, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book presents a trove of historical documents, offering an intimate glimpse into the lives of everyday people in an English village during the momentous century following the Reformation. It begins in 1538, chronicling baptisms, marriages, and burials in the parish register of Urchfont, Wiltshire. Through meticulously transcribed entries, the author reconstructs the rhythms of life, the challenges, and joys of ordinary individuals within the broader tapestry of a changing society. By shedding light on these personal narratives, the book illuminates the social and religious transformations of the Tudor and Stuart eras. It captures the impact of the Reformation on local communities, the rise of literacy, and the evolving role of the Church within village life. Moreover, it provides a unique perspective on the daily trials, triumphs, and milestones of our ancestors. This book is a valuable contribution to local and social history, offering a rich tapestry of human experience and insights into the lives of those who left their mark on the past. Whether you are a historian, genealogist, or simply curious about the human story, this remarkable collection will captivate your imagination and deepen your understanding of a bygone era. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. print-on-demand item.
Published by Pen & Sword/Military., 2009
ISBN 10: 1844158314 ISBN 13: 9781844158317
Seller: Powell's Bookstores Chicago, ABAA, Chicago, IL, U.S.A.
Condition: Used - Very Good. 2009. Hardcover. Very Good.