Our Village A Sketch Of The History And Progress Of Bramley During Seven Centuries (1860)

""Our Village: A Sketch of the History and Progress of Bramley During Seven Centuries"" is a historical book written by Benjamin Wilson Jr. in 1860. The book provides a detailed account of the village of Bramley, located in the county of Yorkshire, England. The author traces the history of the village from its early beginnings in the thirteenth century to the mid-nineteenth century, covering a period of seven centuries.The book provides a comprehensive overview of the social, economic, and political developments that have taken place in Bramley over the years. The author describes the various industries that have flourished in the village, including agriculture, weaving, and coal mining. He also discusses the impact of the industrial revolution on the village and its people.In addition to the historical account, the book also includes descriptions of the village's landmarks, buildings, and notable residents. The author provides detailed information on the village church, schools, and other public buildings, as well as biographical sketches of some of the village's most prominent citizens.Overall, ""Our Village"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Bramley or the social and economic developments of rural England. It is a well-researched and detailed account that provides a fascinating glimpse into the past of this historic village.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.