The History Of The Hundred Of Wirral: With A Sketch Of The City And County Of Chester (1847) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781169804814)

The History Of The Hundred Of Wirral: With A Sketch Of The City And County Of Chester is a book written by William Williams Mortimer and first published in 1847. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history of the Wirral Hundred, a geographic and administrative division in the county of Cheshire, England. The book covers the prehistoric period, the Roman occupation, the Anglo-Saxon era, and the medieval and modern periods. It also includes detailed descriptions of the topography, geology, and natural history of the area, as well as the social and economic conditions of the people who lived there. In addition to the history of the Wirral Hundred, the book also includes a sketch of the city and county of Chester, which was the administrative center of the region. The sketch covers the history of Chester from its Roman origins to the 19th century, including its role as a major trading center and its strategic importance during various conflicts throughout history.Overall, The History Of The Hundred Of Wirral: With A Sketch Of The City And County Of Chester is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Cheshire, England, and the wider region. It provides a detailed and engaging account of the people, places, and events that shaped the area over the centuries.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 Williams Mortimer
ISBN-10: 1169804810
ISBN-13: 9781169804814
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 526
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 3.29lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.50w x 1.13d