Publisher's Synopsis
The Handbook of Whalley is a comprehensive guidebook written by Robert Nowell Whitaker in 1884. The book provides a detailed account of the history, geography, and culture of the village of Whalley in Lancashire, England. It includes information on the local landmarks, such as the Whalley Abbey and the Parish Church of St. Mary and All Saints, as well as the surrounding countryside and nearby towns. The Handbook also contains descriptions of the local flora and fauna, and provides insight into the daily life of the people who lived in Whalley during the late 19th century. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of Lancashire, and provides a fascinating glimpse into life in a small English village over a century ago.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.
