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Winchester - A Pictorial History (Paperback, 2nd edition)
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Winchester - A Pictorial History (Paperback, 2nd edition)
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Winchester is world famous as the ancient capital of England. Much
of the medieval heritage of the city survives today, as revealed in
the pages of this book, together with more recent scenes, in a
series of pictures carefully selected to illustrate the development
of Winchester and how it has changed through the centuries. Each
picture has been meticulously researched, using an unprecedented
range of sources, to provide a wealth of information and new
insights into the city's past. The book concentrates on the period
since the 18th century, when the city was at its lowest ebb and
much of it was lying derelict. Winchester's population at some
4,000 was still well below the estimate of 11,000 in 1300 and in
continuing decline after 60% mortality during the Black Death of
1348. It did not exceed 10,000 again until between 1841 and 1851,
when a burgeoning population grew dramatically, and the walled area
filled up once again. All who know the ancient city will enjoy this
very readable and splendidly illustrated account of its past; while
those with an interest in local history will welcome its
examination of the city's evolution over the past 250 years,
together with the invaluable photographic archive it makes
available and explains. The book is as entertaining as it is
informative.
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