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A celebration of all aspects of English village life, from the church and the green, to the fairs, customs and working lives of the villagers. It's packed full of historical detail, architectural insight and fascinating tales, beautifully illustrated with b/w drawings throughout.
Synopsis
The village remains a quintessential and much-loved treasure of the English countryside. This title celebrates what is unique and loved about a typical village - the pub, the green, the school, the church, the pond, the local shop and more - as well as explores how the village has changed over the centuries.
