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Title: The Natural History of Wiltshire
Note: Reading ease score: 68.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: This eBook was produced by Mikle Coker
Summary: "The Natural History of Wiltshire" by John Aubrey is a historical account written during the late 17th century. This work reflects Aubrey's compilation of observations, folklore, and scientific insights about the natural and cultural aspects of Wiltshire, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in regional history and topography. At the start of the book, the editor's preface sets the stage for Aubrey's unpublished manuscript, which seeks to document the unique features of Wiltshire. It discusses Aubrey's endeavors to promote local history and highlights his interactions with various contemporary figures, indicating a blend of personal anecdotes and scholarly efforts. The opening also mentions the initial challenges faced in publishing the work, ultimately establishing it as a significant contribution to the understanding of the county's natural history, including geology, climate, and the local populace's customs and characteristics. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Aubrey, John, 1626-1697
Editor: Britton, John, 1771-1857
EBook No.: 4934
Published: Jan 1, 2004
Downloads: 92
Language: English
Subject: Natural history -- England -- Wiltshire
Subject: Wiltshire (England) -- History
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: The Natural History of Wiltshire
Note: Reading ease score: 68.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: This eBook was produced by Mikle Coker
Summary: "The Natural History of Wiltshire" by John Aubrey is a historical account written during the late 17th century. This work reflects Aubrey's compilation of observations, folklore, and scientific insights about the natural and cultural aspects of Wiltshire, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in regional history and topography. At the start of the book, the editor's preface sets the stage for Aubrey's unpublished manuscript, which seeks to document the unique features of Wiltshire. It discusses Aubrey's endeavors to promote local history and highlights his interactions with various contemporary figures, indicating a blend of personal anecdotes and scholarly efforts. The opening also mentions the initial challenges faced in publishing the work, ultimately establishing it as a significant contribution to the understanding of the county's natural history, including geology, climate, and the local populace's customs and characteristics. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Aubrey, John, 1626-1697
Editor: Britton, John, 1771-1857
EBook No.: 4934
Published: Jan 1, 2004
Downloads: 92
Language: English
Subject: Natural history -- England -- Wiltshire
Subject: Wiltshire (England) -- History
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.