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LoC No.: 11028671

Title: The story of Coventry

Series Title: Mediaeval towns

Note: Reading ease score: 65.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

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Summary: "The Story of Coventry" by Mary Dormer Harris is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The work delves into the rich and complex history of Coventry, highlighting its development from ancient times through significant events and figures, including the legendary Lady Godiva and the founding of the Benedictine Monastery. The opening of the book sets the stage with a detailed introduction that emphasizes the historical significance of Coventry, its architectural marvels, and its cultural heritage. Harris discusses various elements including the three famous spires that dominate the skyline, the decline of historical landmarks, and the legacy of the city’s storied past. The chapter begins with a focus on Leofric and Godiva, exploring the legendary tale of her famous ride and its implications for the local populace. The narrative weaves together folklore, historical facts, and the evolution of Civic governance, giving readers insight into how Coventry's history is intertwined with the broader saga of England itself. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Harris, Mary Dormer, 1867-1936

Illustrator: Chanler, Albert, 1880-

EBook No.: 58996

Published: Mar 2, 2019

Downloads: 69

Language: English

Subject: Coventry (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.

LoC No.: 11028671

Title: The story of Coventry

Series Title: Mediaeval towns

Note: Reading ease score: 65.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by ellinora, Graeme Mackreth and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net (This
file was produced from images generously made available
by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries)

Summary: "The Story of Coventry" by Mary Dormer Harris is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The work delves into the rich and complex history of Coventry, highlighting its development from ancient times through significant events and figures, including the legendary Lady Godiva and the founding of the Benedictine Monastery. The opening of the book sets the stage with a detailed introduction that emphasizes the historical significance of Coventry, its architectural marvels, and its cultural heritage. Harris discusses various elements including the three famous spires that dominate the skyline, the decline of historical landmarks, and the legacy of the city’s storied past. The chapter begins with a focus on Leofric and Godiva, exploring the legendary tale of her famous ride and its implications for the local populace. The narrative weaves together folklore, historical facts, and the evolution of Civic governance, giving readers insight into how Coventry's history is intertwined with the broader saga of England itself. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Harris, Mary Dormer, 1867-1936

Illustrator: Chanler, Albert, 1880-

EBook No.: 58996

Published: Mar 2, 2019

Downloads: 69

Language: English

Subject: Coventry (England) -- History

LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.