Publisher's Synopsis
""History of Ilkeston: Together with Shipley, Kirk Hallam, West Hallam, Dale Abbey, and Cossall"" is a book written by Edward Trueman in 1880. The book is a comprehensive account of the history of Ilkeston, a town in Derbyshire, England, along with the neighboring areas of Shipley, Kirk Hallam, West Hallam, Dale Abbey, and Cossall. The author provides a detailed description of the geography, topography, and natural resources of the region, as well as the social, economic, and political developments that have shaped the area over the centuries. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the early settlements in the area, the growth of agriculture and industry, the impact of the Civil War, the rise of Methodism, and the development of the railway network. The author also includes biographical sketches of prominent figures from the area, such as the Rev. John Wesley and the industrialist Richard Arkwright. Overall, ""History of Ilkeston"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of this region 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.
