History And Topography Of The City Of York; The Ainsty Wapentake; And The East Riding Of Yorkshire V2 (1856) - Hardcover

""History and Topography of the City of York; The Ainsty Wapentake; and the East Riding of Yorkshire V2"" is a comprehensive book written by J.J. Sheahan and published in 1856. The book is a detailed account of the history and topography of the city of York, the Ainsty Wapentake, and the East Riding of Yorkshire. The book is divided into several sections, each of which covers a specific topic. The first section provides an overview of the history of the city of York, from its origins as a Roman fortress to its role as a major center of trade and commerce in medieval times. The second section focuses on the Ainsty Wapentake, a historic administrative division of Yorkshire that includes the surrounding countryside. The third and final section of the book covers the East Riding of Yorkshire, which is the largest of the three historic ridings of Yorkshire. This section provides a detailed account of the geography, history, and culture of the region, including its towns, villages, and notable landmarks. Throughout the book, Sheahan provides a wealth of information on the people, places, and events that have shaped the history of these regions. He draws on a wide range of sources, including historical documents, local records, and personal accounts, to provide a comprehensive and engaging account of the area's rich heritage. Overall, ""History and Topography of the City of York; The Ainsty Wapentake; and the East Riding of Yorkshire V2"" is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of this fascinating region of England.In Two Volumes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.