Norfolk Annals, Vol. 2 by Charles Mackie
"Norfolk Annals, Vol. 2" by Charles Mackie is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This volume chronicles remarkable events that occurred in Norfolk from 1851 to 1900, offering readers a glimpse into the local history and society of the time as compiled from the files of the "Norfolk Chronicle." The book is a treasure trove of information that encompasses a wide range of topics, including notable deaths, public meetings,
cultural events, and legal trials. The opening of "Norfolk Annals" sets the stage for a detailed exploration of 19th-century Norfolk, beginning with entries from January 1851. It reveals the death of prominent locals, such as Mary Tash, as well as significant societal events like a financial inquiry at the Norfolk Court. The text continues to detail incidents like the fall of a church steeple and the disruptions caused by a Wesleyan schism, portraying the everyday life of the community. The entries suggest a mixture of social challenges, celebrations of local talent, and the growing complexity of civic governance, laying a rich foundation for understanding the historical context of the era. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Mackie, Charles, 1858?-1940 |
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| Title |
Norfolk Annals, Vol. 2 A Chronological Record of Remarkable Events in the Nineteeth Century |
| Credits | Transcribed from the 1901 edition by David Price. Many thanks to Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library, UK, for allowing their copy to be used for this transcription |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 63.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe |
| Subject | Norfolk (England) -- History |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 36206 |
| Release Date | May 23, 2011 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 2454 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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