The Hall Of Waltheof: Or The Early Condition And Settlement Of Hallamshire (1893)

by Sidney Oldall Addy

Book Overview

The Hall of Waltheof: Or The Early Condition and Settlement of Hallamshire is a historical book written by Sidney Oldall Addy and first published in 1893. The book focuses on the early history and settlement of Hallamshire, a region in the north of England, and explores the origins of its people, customs, and traditions. The title of the book refers to Waltheof, an Anglo-Saxon earl who once owned a hall in the region. Addy draws on a variety of sources, including archaeological evidence, folklore, and historical records, to paint a vivid picture of Hallamshire in its early days. The book is divided into chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of the region's history, such as its topography, agriculture, and social organization. The Hall of Waltheof is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Hallamshire, as well as for those interested in the broader history of England during the Anglo-Saxon period.With Illustrations By William Keeling, Austin Winterbottom, And James Moore.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1167223020
• ISBN13: 9781167223020
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 336 Pages
• Weight: 0.99 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"