Fragments of Two Centuries: Glimpses of Country Life when George III. was King
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| Author | Kingston, Alfred |
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| Title | Fragments of Two Centuries: Glimpses of Country Life when George III. was King |
| Note | Reading ease score: 59.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Al Haines |
| Summary | "Fragments of Two Centuries: Glimpses of Country Life when George III. was King" by Alfred Kingston is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book presents a detailed exploration of life in rural England during the reign of King George III, utilizing local historical sources to illustrate various aspects of daily life, social customs, and significant changes in the countryside of that era. It focuses particularly on the town of Royston and its surrounding areas, providing a vivid picture of the cultural and societal norms of the time. The opening of the book lays the groundwork for this exploration by setting the historical context and addressing the significant transition that England underwent towards the end of the 18th century. It reflects on the stability brought about during King George III's reign, juxtaposed against the backdrop of wars and the stirrings of revolutionary thoughts happening across Europe. Kingston introduces topics such as the evolution of travel methods, the role of inns, and the significance of local clubs, as well as social events of the time. Notably, the author emphasizes the contrasts in social life, from the public's fascination with highwaymen to the intellectual debates held in local clubs, giving readers a complex and nuanced view of a pivotal period in English history. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe |
| LoC Class | GT: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation: Manners and customs |
| Subject | Country life -- England |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 21352 |
| Release Date | May 8, 2007 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 2, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 92 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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