Jefferies' Land

Jefferies' Land: A History of Swindon and Its Environs is a book written by Richard Jefferies in 1896. The book is a comprehensive history of the town of Swindon and its surrounding areas, providing a detailed account of the area's development from prehistoric times to the 19th century. The book is divided into four parts, each covering a different period of Swindon's history. The first part describes the prehistoric landscape of the area, including the formation of the Marlborough Downs and the Ridgeway. The second part covers the Roman occupation of the area and the establishment of the town of Swindon as a market town. The third part covers the medieval period, including the construction of Swindon's famous Old Town Hall and the development of the wool trade. The final part covers the 19th century, including the construction of the Great Western Railway and the growth of Swindon as an industrial town.Throughout the book, Jefferies provides detailed descriptions of the landscape, architecture, and people of Swindon and its environs. He also includes numerous illustrations and photographs to help readers visualize the area's history. Overall, Jefferies' Land provides a fascinating insight into the history of Swindon and its surrounding areas, and is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the town and the wider region.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.