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The King's England (Set of 8 books)
Author: Arthur Mee
Hard cover, 3 with dust jackets. Good condition.
The King's England, edited by Arthur Mee, is a richly illustrated series of historical and topographical guides to the counties, towns and villages of England. First published by Hodder & Stoughton in 1936, the series was conceived as a comprehensive record of England's history, architecture, landscapes and local traditions. Each volume focuses on a particular county or region, describing its historic churches, country houses, castles, monuments, picturesque villages and notable inhabitants. Mee combines historical research with anecdotes, folklore, biographical details and descriptions of places of cultural significance, bringing England's local heritage to life. The books are illustrated with numerous photographs of buildings, landscapes and historic sites, documenting many places as they appeared in the early twentieth century. The series was intended to preserve knowledge of England's distinctive character and historical legacy for future generations. Today, The King's England is valued as a reference work for local historians, architectural enthusiasts, genealogists and collectors of illustrated British history, as well as providing a fascinating visual record of England before and during the Second World War.
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