The History and Antiquities of Eyam: With a Full and Particular Account of the Great Plague, Which Desolated That Village, 1666 (1842) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781104309572)

The History and Antiquities of Eyam is a book written by William Wood in 1842. The book provides a comprehensive account of the village of Eyam, located in Derbyshire, England. It covers the history of the village from its earliest days up until the mid-19th century. The book also contains a detailed description of the Great Plague that struck the village in 1666, which killed a significant portion of the population. The author provides a full and particular account of the plague, including its causes, symptoms, and the measures that were taken to contain it. In addition to the history and the plague, the book also discusses the various antiquities of the village, including its churches, manor houses, and other historic buildings. The author provides detailed descriptions and illustrations of these structures, as well as their historical significance. Overall, The History and Antiquities of Eyam is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Eyam and the Great Plague of 1666. It provides a wealth of information about the village and its people, as well as the events that shaped its history.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 Wood
ISBN-10: 1104309572
ISBN-13: 9781104309572
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 04/13/2009
Pages: 164
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.50lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.35d