A History Of Ford Abbey, Dorsetshire: Late In The County Of Devon (1846)

""A History Of Ford Abbey, Dorsetshire: Late In The County Of Devon"" is a book written by M. Allen in 1846. The book provides a detailed account of the history of Ford Abbey, a historical estate located in Dorsetshire, England. The author delves into the origins of the estate, tracing its roots back to the medieval period when it was owned by the Cistercian order of monks. The book also covers the various owners of the estate over the centuries, including the Courtenay family, who owned it for over 200 years. The author describes the architecture and layout of the estate, including the main house, gardens, and surrounding lands. The book also includes information about the social and economic history of the area, including the impact of the Industrial Revolution on the local community. Overall, ""A History Of Ford Abbey, Dorsetshire: Late In The County Of Devon"" provides a comprehensive and fascinating account of one of England's most historic estates. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Dorsetshire or the social and economic history of England in general.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.