local_library Thomas Hardy's Wessex The real locations that inspired the writing of Thomas Hardy. Hermann Lea 1913 343 Expand ⏷ Hermann Lea (1869-1952) From the author: The object of this book, as its title indicates, is to depict the Wessex country of Thomas Hardy, with a view to discovering the real places which served as bases for the descriptions of scenery and backgrounds given us in the novels and poems. The Wessex of the novels and poems is practically identical with the Wessex of history, and includes the counties of Berkshire, Wilts, Somerset, Hampshire, Dorset and Devon. It is believed that Moyles Court near Ringwood was the setting for Bramhurst Court in Tess of the D'Urbervilles. On the edge of Hardy's 'Great Forest'. Read Book
local_library Topographical and Statistical Description of The County of Hants Detailed desciption of Roads (1819), Rivers, Lakes, Towns and Local Industry. G A Cooke 1819 150 Expand ⏷ A detailed desciption of Roads and their condition in 1819. Plus a list of Rivers and Lakes. Towns are detailed along with local industry, mining, fisheries, trade and commerce. A look at the agriculture for each area. Details of regular markets including the type of produce for sale. Curiosities, Antiquities and Natural History. From the text: A COPIOUS TRAVELLING GUIDE: Exhibiting The Direct and principal Cross Heads, Inns and Distance of Stages, and Noblemen's and Gentlemen's Seats, Forming a COMPLETE COUNTY ITINERARY. Read Book
local_library Wanderings In Wessex Edric Holmes journeys around Southern England including the New Forest. Edric Edwin Holmes 1922 384 Expand ⏷ Edric Edwin Holmes (1873 to 1949). From the author: Badgers and otters are common, as is the ubiquitous squirrel. The badger, however, is seldom seen by the chance visitor by reason of its nocturnal habits, but it is said to be more numerous than in any similar wild tract in the south. The smaller wild mammals, carnivorous and herbivorous, and a truly representative family of birds, including one or two rare visitors, have here a perfect sanctuary. The forest is obviously a happy hunting ground for the lepidopterist and botanist.... ....Not far from Stoney Cross on the way to Fritham, are a number of prehistoric graves clustered closely together, and an interesting relic of the Roman occupation exists at Sloden where there are mounds of burnt earth, charcoal, and broken pottery. Read Book
Book Review - An Old Woman's Outlook In a Hampshire Village (1892) Book Review - An Old Woman's Outlook In a Hampshire Village (1892) An Old Woman's Outlook is a book of essays, one for each month of the year, on different aspects of life in Otterbourne and nearby...
Topographical and Statistical Description of The County of Hants Topographical and Statistical Description of The County of Hants A detailed desciption of Roads and their condition in 1819. Plus a list of Rivers and Lakes. Towns are detailed along with local industry, mining,...
Ponies Past and Present Ponies Past and Present Sir Walter Gilbey (1831 to 1914) Introduction: The early history of the horse in the British Islands is obscure. The animal is not indigenous...
Hampshire Allegations For Marriage Licences, Winchester Vol 2 Hampshire Allegations For Marriage Licences, Winchester Vol 2 Volume 2, Surnames M to Z. Couples wishing to marry in England had to swear in an allegation that there were no impediments to the marriage when...
Hampshire Allegations For Marriage Licences, Winchester Vol 1 Hampshire Allegations For Marriage Licences, Winchester Vol 1 Volume 1, Surnames A to L. Couples wishing to marry in England had to swear in an allegation that there were no impediments to the marriage when...
How to Choose a Horse How to Choose a Horse Introduction: How to Choose a Horse, or, Selection Before Purchase, has been written as a guide to those who are compelled to purchase a Horse in...
The Family Topographer, Antient and Present The Family Topographer, Antient and Present Hampshire Details: ● Situation and Extent ● Ancient State and Remains ● Present State and Appearance ● Seats ● Populations as of 1821 ●...
Songs Of Lymington Vol 2 Songs Of Lymington Vol 2 Songs Of Lymington Vol 2 by Henry Doman (1820 to 1885). Book Introduction: A year or two ago into the world an unpretentious book of song...