Stourton before Stourhead : A History of the Parish, 1550-1750 Paperback / softback
by Stuart A Raymond
Paperback / softback
Description
The gardens at Stourhead in south-west Wiltshire are amongst the best known in England. But what was there before they were planted? This book aims to show that the parish of Stourton had a fascinating history long before Stourhead was conceived. For example, it is one of the few places in England which sustained a Roman Catholic congregation throughout the early modern period (and indeed until the 20th century). The author pays particular attention to the histories of Stourton families, both Catholic and non-Catholic – not just the wealthy Stourtons and Hoares, but also the small farmers and tradesmen, and the paupers. This book will interest everyone who visits Stourhead, or who has any connection with 17th and 18th century Stourton.
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Out of stock
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:284 pages, 12 Illustrations
- Publisher:Hobnob Press
- Publication Date:15/03/2019
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- ISBN:9781906978686
Information
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Out of stock
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:284 pages, 12 Illustrations
- Publisher:Hobnob Press
- Publication Date:15/03/2019
- Category:
- ISBN:9781906978686
