A History of the Town and Castle of Cardiff (1854) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781161902174)

""A History of the Town and Castle of Cardiff"" is a book written by William Lemuel Jenkins in 1854. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history of Cardiff, Wales, from its early beginnings to the mid-19th century. It covers the development of the town and its castle, including their roles in Welsh history and their significance in the broader context of British history. The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a specific period in Cardiff's history. It begins with the town's prehistoric origins and moves on to its Roman and Norman periods, followed by its development as a medieval town and its growth during the Tudor and Stuart eras. The book also covers the town's role in the Industrial Revolution and its transformation into a modern city.Jenkins provides detailed information about the town's social, economic, and political history, including its relationship with the Welsh language and culture. He also includes descriptions of notable landmarks and buildings, such as Cardiff Castle and St. John's Church.Overall, ""A History of the Town and Castle of Cardiff"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Cardiff and Wales. It provides a thorough and engaging account of the town's development over the centuries, and sheds light on its importance in Welsh and British history.And A Descriptive Account Of The Churches, Chapels, Public Buildings And Institutions, Bute Docks, Glamorganshire Canal, Taff Vale Railway, Etc. With Numerous Statistics Connected With The Town And Its Trade.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: William Lemuel Jenkins
ISBN-10: 1161902171
ISBN-13: 9781161902174
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 05/22/2010
Pages: 104
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.72lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.38d