The History And Antiquities Of Eyam: With A Minute Account Of The Great Plague Which Desolated That Village In The Year 1666 - Hardcover

Wood, William

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 101938980X ISBN 13: 9781019389805

Publisher: Legare Street Press, 2023

Synopsis

This classic work of local history provides a comprehensive account of Eyam, a village in Derbyshire, England, that was devastated by the bubonic plague in 1665. The author offers a detailed chronicle of the outbreak, its effects on the community, and the measures taken to control its spread. He also provides a wealth of information on the village's history and culture, including its architecture, traditions, and folklore. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of England or the social impact of infectious diseases.

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Edition details

• Publisher: Legare Street Press
• Publication date: 2023
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 101938980X
• ISBN 13: 9781019389805
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 224