O'Connor, Bernard
The Horningsea Fossil Diggings
- ISBN 13:
- 9781470941741
- author:
- O'Connor, Bernard
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Lulu
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2011
- Pages:
- 123
- Dimensions:
- 21 x 14.8 x 0.6 centimetres (0.1
- Genre:
- History, General, ,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
The Horningsea Fossil Diggings by Bernard O'Connor In the 1840s, a significant discovery was made in the Cambridgeshire fens, which would have far-reaching consequences for the local community. A bed of 'coprolites', initially thought to be fossilised dinosaur droppings, was uncovered, and its phosphate-rich content made it highly sought after by the nation's manure manufacturers. By the 1860s, the fossil diggings had spread across much of the county. This book explores the social, economic, and archaeological impact of the fossil diggings in Horningsea, a small rural community northeast of Cambridge. The author delves into the history of the diggings, examining the effects on the local community and the wider region. Through this investigation, the author sheds light on a lesser-known chapter in British history, revealing the complex relationships between the people, the land, and the industry that shaped the region.
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