A Parochial History Of Enstone, In The County Of Oxford: Being An Attempt To Exemplify The Compilation Of Parochial Histories (1857)

By John Jordan and John Jordan PH D

Book Overview

""A Parochial History of Enstone, in the County of Oxford"" is a book written by John Jordan and published in 1857. The book is an attempt to exemplify the compilation of parochial histories and provides a detailed account of the history of Enstone, a village in Oxfordshire, England. The book covers a range of topics related to Enstone's history, including its geography, geology, and climate, as well as its people, customs, and traditions. It also provides information on the village's economy, agriculture, and industry, and includes descriptions of its buildings, landmarks, and notable residents. Throughout the book, Jordan draws on a variety of sources, including official records, church registers, and local traditions, to paint a comprehensive picture of Enstone's past. He also includes a number of illustrations and maps to help readers better understand the village's geography and layout. Overall, ""A Parochial History of Enstone"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Oxfordshire or the process of compiling local histories. It provides a detailed and engaging account of Enstone's past, and offers insight into the challenges and rewards of researching and documenting the history of a small community.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: 1166486354
• ISBN13: 9781166486358
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 484 Pages
• Weight: 1.41 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"