Publisher's Synopsis
Men of Kent and Kentishmen: A Manual of Kentish Biography is a historical book written by John Hutchinson and published in 1892. The book is a comprehensive guide to the biographies of notable men from Kent, England, from the earliest times to the late 19th century. The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a particular period in Kent's history. The first chapter covers the earliest inhabitants of Kent, including the Celts and Romans, while the subsequent chapters cover the Anglo-Saxon period, the Norman Conquest, and the medieval period. The later chapters of the book focus on the modern era, including the Tudor and Stuart periods, the Industrial Revolution, and the Victorian era. The book includes biographical sketches of many famous Kentishmen, including politicians, artists, writers, scientists, and military figures. The book is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to readers of all levels of historical knowledge. It is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history of Kent, or in the lives of the many notable figures who have called Kent their home.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.
