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Swindon, Fifty Years Ago, More Or Less

Swindon, Fifty Years Ago, More Or Less

William Morris

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
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ISBN:
9781120718839
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Swindon, Fifty Years Ago, More Or Less: Reminiscences, Notes, And Relics Of Ye Old Willshire Town is a historical book written by Morris William in 1885. The book provides a detailed and comprehensive account of Swindon, a town located in the county of Wiltshire, England, fifty years prior to the time of writing. Through the use of reminiscences, notes, and relics, the author describes the town’s history, culture, and traditions, as well as the daily lives of its inhabitants. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the town’s economy, education system, religious practices, and social customs. It also includes illustrations and photographs that provide a visual representation of the town’s past. Overall, Swindon, Fifty Years Ago, More Or Less is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Swindon, as well as the history of England during the late 19th century.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.

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