The History Of Leicester From The Time Of The Romans To The End Of The Seventeenth Century (1849)

""The History of Leicester: From the Time of the Romans to the End of the Seventeenth Century"" is a book written by James Thompson and published in 1849. The book provides a comprehensive account of the historical development of Leicester, a city in central England, from its Roman origins to the end of the 17th century. The author begins with a detailed description of the Roman settlement of Ratae Corieltauvorum, which later became Leicester, and goes on to discuss the Anglo-Saxon and Viking invasions, the Norman Conquest, and the subsequent growth and development of the town. Thompson also covers the impact of the Black Death, the English Civil War, and the Industrial Revolution on the town, as well as the role of Leicester in national events such as the Peasants' Revolt, the Wars of the Roses, and the English Reformation. The book includes a wealth of information about the town's social, economic, and political history, including the growth of the wool trade, the establishment of guilds and religious institutions, and the development of local government. Overall, ""The History of Leicester"" provides a fascinating insight into the rich and varied history of this important English town, and is an invaluable resource for historians, genealogists, and anyone with an interest in local history.""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.