The Forest of Dean
Phelps, Humphrey200811UU
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Covers various aspects of the Forest of Dean. This title describes the successive invasions from Romans to tourists. The Forest of Dean is a guide to the region, between the Severn and Wye, that lies in the west of the county of Gloucestershire. Humphrey Phelps covers every aspect of the area, highlighting the changes that have occurred in the Forest, and describes the successive invasions from the Romans to Rank Xerox! The pages of this book are filled with history, folklore, characters (both famous and infamous) and great scenic descriptions, accompanied by photographs. This engaging testament to a fascinating area will appeal to both visitor and resident alike.
Main title:
The Forest of Dean / Humphrey Phelps.
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Imprint:
Chalford : Amberley Publishing : [distributor] Orca Book Services, 2008.
Collation:
192 p. : 85 ill. ; 24x16x1 cm.
Notes:
Paperback.
Biography/History:
Humphrey Phelps is a prolific Gloucestershire author who has written many much-loved books about rural life and the Forest of Dean. He lives in Westbury on Severn in the Forest of Dean.
ISBN:
9781848680401 (pbk)1848680406 (pbk)
Dewey class:
942.413
Language:
English
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BRN:
230546
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