Lydd And Its Church (1894)

""Lydd: And Its Church"" is a historical book written by Thomas H. Oyler in 1894. The book explores the history and significance of the town of Lydd in Kent, England, focusing specifically on the town's church. The book begins with a brief overview of Lydd's history, including its origins as a Roman settlement and its development into a thriving medieval town. Oyler then delves into the history of Lydd's church, tracing its origins back to the 11th century and discussing its various renovations and additions over the centuries.Throughout the book, Oyler provides detailed descriptions of the church's architecture, artwork, and furnishings, as well as its role in the community over the years. He also explores the lives of notable figures associated with the church, such as the medieval rector John de Lydda and the 17th-century preacher Thomas Gataker.Overall, ""Lydd: And Its Church"" is a fascinating look at the history of a small English town and its important religious institution. It is a valuable resource for historians, architecture enthusiasts, and anyone interested in the cultural heritage 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.