Publisher's Synopsis
The History of Portsmouth: Containing a Full and Enlarged Account of its Ancient and Present State is a book written by Allen and Lake in 1817. The book provides a comprehensive history of Portsmouth, a city located on the southern coast of England. It covers the city's early origins, its growth and development over time, and its current state at the time of writing.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of Portsmouth's history. The authors begin by discussing the city's early history, including its founding and early settlements. They then move on to cover the city's growth and development during the medieval period, including its role as a major port and naval base.The book also covers Portsmouth's involvement in several major historical events, including the English Civil War and the Battle of Trafalgar. It provides a detailed account of the city's role in these events and the impact they had on the city and its inhabitants.In addition to its historical content, The History of Portsmouth also provides a detailed description of the city's architecture, landmarks, and notable buildings. It includes illustrations and maps to help readers visualize the city's layout and development over time.Overall, The History of Portsmouth is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of this important English city. It provides a detailed and comprehensive account of its development and evolution over time, as well as its cultural and architectural significance.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.
