Excerpt from Nidderdale Or, an Historical, Topographical: And Descriptive Sketch of the Valley of the Nidd
Of old, those met rewards who could excel, And those were praised who but endeavoured well.
Whether he may deserve the first of these the public must decide, but he certainly does feel that he has some claim to the latter.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book is a comprehensive account of Nidderdale, a beautiful and historic valley in Yorkshire. The author traces the valley's geological formation, the arrival and settlement of its first inhabitants, the subsequent Roman occupation, and its division into townships. The book also explores Nidderdale's medieval ownership by the Barons De Mowbray and the Abbeys of Byland and Fountains and provides a detailed account of the valley's mineral and agricultural industries. The author considers the valley's role in the 18th and 19th centuries, including the construction of the railway and the impact it had on the lives of Nidderdale residents. The volume concludes with an in-depth study of some of Nidderdale's most popular attractions including Stump Cross Caverns and the Brimham Rocks. Well-written and packed with fascinating and long-forgotten facts, this book paints a vivid picture of one of the most stunning valleys in God's own county. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9780282487607_0
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PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers LW-9780282487607
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PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers LW-9780282487607
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