Publisher's Synopsis
Chester: A Historical and Topographical Account of the City is a book written by Bertram Coghill Alan Windle and published in 1904. The book provides a comprehensive and detailed overview of the history and geography of the city of Chester, located in the northwest of England. The book covers a wide range of topics related to the city, including its early history as a Roman settlement, its development during the medieval period, and its role in the English Civil War. The author also discusses the city's architecture, including its famous Roman walls and medieval cathedral, as well as its social and economic history.Windle's writing is detailed and scholarly, drawing on a wide range of primary and secondary sources to provide a thorough and accurate account of the city's past. The book is illustrated with numerous maps, drawings, and photographs, providing readers with a visual representation of the city's history and geography.Overall, Chester: A Historical and Topographical Account of the City is an important work of historical scholarship that will be of interest to anyone interested in the history and culture of Chester, as well as those interested in the broader history of England.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.
