Rowland Parker
The Common Stream (Eland Classics)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781780600758
- author:
- Rowland Parker
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Eland Publishing Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2015
- Pages:
- 288
- Dimensions:
- 21.6 x 2.1 x 14.1 cm
- Genre:
- History, Britain & Ireland,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Common Stream is a rich and detailed history of a village in East Anglia, spanning over two thousand years. Rowland Parker's meticulous research has brought this story to life, piecing together fragments from archaeological excavations, manor court rolls, and personal stories gathered at the local pub.
Through his work, Parker sheds light on the lives of ordinary people, exploring their struggles, triumphs, and everyday experiences. From feuds and farm disputes to family relationships and social hierarchies, this book offers a nuanced portrayal of life in rural England during times of change and continuity.
This engaging narrative is the result of thirteen years of detective work by Rowland Parker, who sought to tell the story of the common man. With its blend of historical research and personal anecdotes, The Common Stream provides a fascinating glimpse into the past.
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