English Villages

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Ditchfield, P. H. (Peter Hampson), 1854-1930.

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"English Villages" by P. H. Ditchfield is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book explores the rich heritage and social life of English villages, aiming to rekindle interest among villagers about their historical surroundings, including their customs, festivals, and architectural significance. Ditchfield delves into the changes in village life due to urbanization and seeks to inspire local pride and awareness of cultural history. The opening of the book sets the stage for an exploration of the antiquities and social dynamics of English villages. Ditchfield discusses the challenges historians face in uncovering village histories, often lost to time and neglect. He highlights the crucial role of local folklore, architecture, and archaeological findings in understanding the identity of these rural communities. The text emphasizes the importance of preserving historical knowledge and revitalizing interest in local history, which he argues can enrich the lives of modern villagers and strengthen their connection to the past. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Brendan Lane, Beth Trapaga and Distributed Proofreaders. Illustrated HTML version by David Widger

Notes:

Reading ease score: 63.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Release date is 2004-08-13