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A Quiet Corner of England is a book written by Basil Champneys in 1875. The book is a collection of studies that explore the landscape and architecture of three towns in the southeastern region of England - Winchelsea, Rye, and the Romney Marsh. The author provides a detailed description of the historical significance of each town and how their unique landscapes and architecture have contributed to their cultural heritage. Champneys also discusses the impact of various historical events, such as the Norman Conquest and the Black Death, on the development of these towns.The book is written in a descriptive and informative style, with numerous illustrations and photographs that help to bring the towns to life. Champneys' love for the towns and their history is evident throughout the book, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in the cultural heritage of this quiet corner of England. Overall, A Quiet Corner of England is a fascinating read that provides a unique insight into the history and architecture of three charming towns in the southeastern region of England.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.
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A Quiet Corner of England is a book written by Basil Champneys in 1875. The book is a collection of studies that explore the landscape and architecture of three towns in the southeastern region of England - Winchelsea, Rye, and the Romney Marsh. The author provides a detailed description of the historical significance of each town and how their unique landscapes and architecture have contributed to their cultural heritage. Champneys also discusses the impact of various historical events, such as the Norman Conquest and the Black Death, on the development of these towns.The book is written in a descriptive and informative style, with numerous illustrations and photographs that help to bring the towns to life. Champneys' love for the towns and their history is evident throughout the book, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in the cultural heritage of this quiet corner of England. Overall, A Quiet Corner of England is a fascinating read that provides a unique insight into the history and architecture of three charming towns in the southeastern region of England.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.