Excerpt from Walk Through Southampton
To the Mayor and Corporation of the Town my belt thanks are due, for the liberal man ner in which they permitted me to infpeét' their regalia and archives; and I {hould do vio lence to my own feelings, ifi pafl'ed unno ticed the affifiance which I have received from an anonymous correfpondent, whofe fingular modefiy has not perhaps totally concealed him from my knowledge, and to whofe accurate pen the invef'tigators of the beautiful environs of the town of Southampton are, I fufpeét, al ready obliged for one of the belt digefied and molt inflructive of thofe ufeful tracts com mouly known under the name of Guides. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.Les informations fournies dans la section « Synopsis » peuvent faire référence à une autre édition de ce titre.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book offers a fascinating glimpse into the history and architecture of Southampton, a town with a rich past stretching back to Roman times. The author guides the reader through the town's ancient walls and gates, exploring their structure and speculating about their purpose and origins. Through detailed descriptions of various buildings, the author illuminates the town's growth and development, highlighting its role as a significant port and center of commerce. The author delves into the etymology of the town's name, tracing its transformation from the Roman "Clausentum" to the Saxon "Hantun" and finally to "Southampton." He considers the influence of the River Ant on the town's name and the likely impact of the Roman and Saxon settlements on the town's evolution. The book also explores the fascinating interplay between the old and the new, as evident in the juxtaposition of ancient Roman walls and more modern architectural additions. By examining the architectural features, the author reveals the changing tastes and styles of different periods and provides insight into the town's cultural and social evolution. The book's meticulous observations and scholarly approach make it a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and development of English towns and the rich tapestry of architecture that testifies to their past. 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 9781332210282_0
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