Bygone Devonshire (1898)

By Hilderic Friend

Book Overview

Bygone Devonshire is a book written by Hilderic Friend in 1898. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history, culture, and traditions of Devonshire, a county located in the southwestern part of England. The author takes the reader on a journey through the various periods of Devonshire's history, from prehistoric times to the 19th century. He discusses the county's geography, its people, and their way of life. The book also includes anecdotes and stories about notable figures from Devonshire's past, such as Sir Francis Drake and Walter Raleigh. Additionally, the author provides detailed descriptions of the county's architecture, including its churches, castles, and manor houses. Bygone Devonshire is a fascinating read for anyone interested in English history or culture, and it provides a valuable insight into the rich heritage of Devonshire.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: 1104044064
• ISBN13: 9781104044060
• Release Date: February 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 284 Pages
• Weight: 0.84 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"