Sheffield and its Environs 13th to the 17th century by T. Walter Hall
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| Author | Hall, T. Walter (Thomas Walter), 1862-1953 |
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| LoC No. | 23004570 |
| Title |
Sheffield and its Environs 13th to the 17th century A descriptive catalogue of land charters and other documents forming the Brooke Taylor collection |
| Note | Reading ease score: 49.9 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Credits |
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| Summary | "Sheffield and its Environs 13th to the 17th Century" by T. Walter Hall is a historical account published in the early 20th century, specifically in 1922. The book offers an extensive descriptive catalogue of land charters and documents pertaining to Sheffield's outlying districts, spanning several centuries from the 13th to the 17th century. It serves as both a resource for historians and a detailed exploration of the local history and genealogy related to the region’s historical land ownership and governance. The content of the book is primarily focused on documenting various charters, deeds, and genealogies found within the Brooke Taylor Collection, which provide insight into the social, political, and economic conditions of Sheffield and its neighboring areas during the medieval period. Hall meticulously presents a series of charters, including specifics about land grants, ownership rights, and the cultural significance of various locations mentioned in historical context, such as Hawksyard. He also includes genealogical information, showcasing the connections between prominent families in the region, and reflects on the evolving landscape of land use and legal documentation in historical England. Overall, the book serves as a crucial reference for anyone seeking to understand the deep historical roots of Sheffield’s social fabric and landscape. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe |
| Subject | Sheffield (England) -- History -- Sources |
| Subject | Sheffield (England) -- Charters, grants, privileges |
| Subject | Sheffield (England) -- Genealogy |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 37130 |
| Release Date | Aug 20, 2011 |
| Most Recently Updated | Sep 21, 2011 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 71 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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