Synopsis
Explore Suffolk’s coast, farms, and historic towns through a clear, readable guide. This edition presents a concise overview of the county’s geography, economy, and notable places, from its eastern coastline to its celebrated towns and villages.
Suffolk sits as England’s easternmost county, with a long North Sea border and a coastline shaped by its tidal rivers. The text explains how historic boundaries formed, how agriculture has shaped the land, and how towns like Ipswich and Lowestoft grew into ports and centers of industry. It also highlights the county’s rich mix of heritage sites, rivers, and long-standing crafts that have influenced its character over centuries.
What you’ll experience
- A snapshot of Suffolk’s geography, boundaries, and natural conditions, including important rivers and coastal features.
- A look at agriculture, crops, and livestock that have long defined farming in the county.
- An outline of main industries, from weaving and shipbuilding to modern manufacturing and fishing.
- Descriptions of key towns and landmarks, with notes on notable buildings, parks, and local history.
- Learn how the landscape and human activity shaped the economy, from ancient flint-knapping to contemporary trade.
- Discover the role of ports like Ipswich and Lowestoft in commerce and fishing, and see how industry evolved with new technology.
- Get a sense of Suffolk’s regional identity through its villages, castles, abbeys, and historic houses.
Ideal for readers of regional history and those curious about how geography, farming, and industry weave together to form a county’s story.
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Présentation de l'éditeur
Suffolk was written by William Alfred Dutt in 1909. This is a 151 page book, containing 28714 words and 52 pictures. Search Inside is enabled for this title.
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Forgotten Books is a publisher of historical writings, such as: Philosophy, Classics, Science, Religion, History, Folklore and Mythology.
Forgotten Books' Classic Reprint Series utilizes the latest technology to regenerate facsimiles of historically important writings. Careful attention has been made to accurately preserve the original format of each page whilst digitally enhancing the aged text. Read books online for free at www.forgottenbooks.org
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book explores various aspects of the English county of Suffolk. Initially, it examines how the county's name was derived from the indigenous inhabitants and their way of life. Following a general overview of Suffolk's geographical characteristics, the author delves into the region's geology and soil types. The main section of the book follows Suffolk's coastline, detailing significant landmarks, coastal erosion, and famous landmarks such as Orford Castle. Beyond its coastal beauty, Suffolk's agricultural heritage is discussed, along with the historical and literary significance of the region. The author also includes some of the rich folklore of Suffolk, such as the tale of the Dunwich witches. Overall, the book provides a comprehensive portrait of a captivating county that has attracted famous artists and authors alike. 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. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781331562504_0
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