The History of Oswestry by William Cathrall
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"The History of Oswestry" by William Cathrall is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The work explores the rich and complex heritage of Oswestry, including its British, Saxon, Norman, and English eras, while detailing the topography, ecclesiastical history, and notable local incidents. It appears to aim at compiling a significant collection of historical facts about the town and its surrounding areas, offering insights into Oswestry’s past that have previously been
scattered across various sources. The opening of the book introduces the author's motivation for compiling the history of Oswestry, acknowledging the contributions of local individuals who aided in gathering information. Cathrall expresses a desire for a more comprehensive exploration of the town's history, suggesting that local talent exists but may not have yet been fully realized. He begins by emphasizing the importance of local history as a lens for understanding not just a town’s past but also broader societal changes, which will guide readers through Oswestry's historical narrative marked by battles, cultural shifts, and the transition from ancient to more modern governance. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Cathrall, William |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Cruikshank, Percy, active 1840-1860 |
| Illustrator | Cruikshank, Robert, 1789-1856 |
| LoC No. | 02022905 |
| Title |
The History of Oswestry Comprising the British, Saxon, Norman, and English eras; the topography of the borough; and its ecclesiastical and civic history; with notices of botany, geology, statistics, angling, and biography: to which are added sketches of the environs |
| Credits | Transcribed from the [1855] George Lewis edition by David Price |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 65.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe |
| Subject | Oswestry (England) -- History |
| Subject | Natural history -- England -- Shropshire |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 63840 |
| Release Date | Nov 22, 2020 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 1144 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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