| Editor |
Leighton, Henry R. |
| LoC No. |
10030574
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| Title |
Memorials of old Durham
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| Original Publication |
United Kingdom: George Allen & Sons,1910.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 65.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Contents |
Historical introduction, by H. Gee -- Topography of Durham, by M. Hope Dodds -- Folk-lore of the county of Durham, by Mrs. N. W. Apperley -- The legends of Durham, by Florence N. Cockburn -- Place-names in the Durham dales, by W. M. Egglestone -- Durham Cathedral, by W. Greenwell -- Finchale Priory, by J. Tavenor-Perry -- Monkwearmouth and Jarrow, by D. S. Boutflower -- The parish churches of Durham, by W. Leighton -- Monumental inscriptions, by E. Dodds -- The castles and halls of Durham, by H. R. Leighton -- Durham associations of John Wesley, by T. C. Dale -- The old families of Durham, by H. R. Leighton.
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| Credits |
Tim Lindell, Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries)
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| Summary |
"Memorials of Old Durham" by Henry R. Leighton is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This volume offers an exploration of the rich and complex history of the County Palatine of Durham, which was unique in England for being ruled by Sovereign Bishops with their own legal jurisdictions and military resources. The book aims to educate both scholars and general readers about the significance of this historic region, shedding light on its medieval structures, legends, and local customs. At the start of the work, the author discusses the distinctive political and historical context of Durham, emphasizing its governance by Bishops who held dual authority as both spiritual and temporal leaders. The historical introduction delves into the region's origins, touching on key events and figures that helped shape its identity, such as the establishment of the Bishopric and the impact of the Viking invasions. The author also acknowledges previous historians and literary works that have documented Durham's past, setting the stage for a more thorough examination of its historical and cultural legacy throughout the book. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
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| Subject |
Durham (England : County)
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| Subject |
Durham (England : County) -- Antiquities
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
69079 |
| Release Date |
Oct 1, 2022 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Oct 2, 2022 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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