A General History of Worcester: Embellished with Plates

By John Chambers

Book Overview

A General History of Worcester (1820) is a comprehensive account of the city of Worcester, England, written by John Chambers. The book covers the history of Worcester from its earliest origins through to the early 19th century. It includes chapters on the city's Roman and Saxon history, its role in the English Civil War, and its growth and development during the Industrial Revolution. The book also covers the city's religious and cultural history, including its famous cathedral and its role in the development of the English language. Chambers draws on a wide range of sources to provide a detailed and engaging account of the city's history, making this book an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of Worcester or the wider history of England.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164527487
• ISBN13: 9781164527480
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 400 Pages
• Weight: 1.17 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"