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Author Atley, Henry
Title Reminiscences: a Topographical Account of Market Lavington, Wilts, Its Past and Present Condition.
Also, the Rise and Progress of the Independent Church in That Place. And the Authentic History of David Saunders, the Pious Shepherd of Salisbury Plain.
Alternate Title A Topographical Account of Market Lavington
Credits Transcribed from the 1855 Frederick A. Blake edition by David Price
Summary "Reminiscences: a Topographical Account of Market Lavington, Wilts, Its Past and Present Condition" by the Rev. H. Atley is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The work offers a detailed exploration of Market Lavington, focusing on its geography, history, and the rise of local ecclesiastical establishments such as the Independent Church. Additionally, it highlights the life of David Saunders, a pivotal figure known as the "Pious Shepherd of Salisbury Plain," and his influence on the community. The opening of the text sets the stage for a thorough examination of Market Lavington's historical and topographical context. It begins with an introduction emphasizing the significance of history as a literary genre, followed by a description of the geography and notable characteristics of the region. Atley notably discusses the etymology of the town, its geological features, and past traditions while hinting at some challenges faced by the residents, such as flooding. This portion effectively lays a foundation for the detailed analysis that follows, suggesting that readers can expect both rich historical content and localized ecclesiastical narratives throughout the book. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class BX: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: Churches, Church movements
LoC Class DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
Subject Saunders, David, 1717-1796
Subject Market Lavington (England)
Category Text
EBook-No. 58146
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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