The book ""History of Ashton-Under-Lyne, and the Surrounding District"" is a comprehensive account of the town of Ashton-Under-Lyne and its surrounding areas, written by William Glover and published in 1884. The book covers the history of the town from its earliest days, including its development as a centre for the wool industry during the Middle Ages, and its growth as a major industrial centre during the 19th century.The book provides a detailed account of the town's geography, topography, and landmarks, as well as its social, economic, and political history. It includes information on the town's notable figures, such as John Wesley, who preached in the town during the 18th century, and the poet Samuel Laycock, who was born and raised in Ashton-Under-Lyne.Throughout the book, Glover provides a wealth of information on the town's industries, including cotton, wool, and silk manufacturing, as well as its coal mines and other industries. He also covers the town's transport links, including its canal network and the development of the railway system.In addition to its historical content, the book includes a number of illustrations and maps, providing a visual record of the town's development over time. Overall, ""History of Ashton-Under-Lyne, and the Surrounding District"" is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history of this important industrial town in the north 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.