9780901538185 - Property Holdings in the Early Walled Town and Marsh Suburbs North of the Avon (Pt. 1) (Bristol Record Society Publication) (3 Ergebnisse)

Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: No Dust Jacket. First Edition. No signatures.; xxviii, 220 pages + 4 illustrations on 2 plate leaves. 10 maps within the pagination. White boards with black lettering on spine and front board. Page dimensions: 230 x 143mm. ; Bristol Record Society's Publications. Vol. XLVIII.

Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. Immediate dispatch from Somerset. Nice book in great condition. Pages in excellent condition. Hardcover. English. Pub Year 1997, See images for condition. About the book >.>.> This volume, Topography of Medieval and Early Modern Bristol: Part 1 - Property Holdings in the Early Walled Town and Marsh Suburb North of the Avon, by Roger Leech, delves into the historical landscape of Bristol, drawing from extensive archival research. The work is rooted in the legacy of James Stewart?s historical writings, which emerged from his 1733 encounter with Samuel and Nathaniel Buck on Brandon Hill while they sketched the city?s northwest prospect. This interaction underscores the importance of visual documentation in the historical narrative of Bristol.Beginning in the early 19th century, Bristol historians recognised the wealth of archival material available for detailed reconstructions of medieval Bristol. Roger Leech builds upon this foundation, focusing on significant topographical elements such as the town walls, castle, bridge, and the early course of the River Frome. Through his examination, Leech explores how these physical structures contributed to the socio-economic fabric of early Bristol. Special attention is given to Samuel Seyer?s Memoirs, which revealed the intricate relationship between property holdings and the town's development, alongside Seyer's transcription of the cartulary of St Augustine?s Abbey.This book is a resource for anyone interested in the historical and topographical evolution of Bristol, offering a comprehensive overview of property ownership within the context of the town?s early walled structures and the marsh suburb north of the River Avon. Leech?s meticulous research combines historical narrative with topographical analysis, granting readers insight into the geographical and social dynamics of the area. This scholarly work thus serves as a significant contribution to the historical understanding of Bristol's medieval and early modern landscape.

Zustand: Good. No Jacket. - Minor shelfwear and some small minor marks to covers - Book ow/ solid, clean and content bright - single volume only - 220 pages.