03518cam a22003853u 4500 68128 UtSlPG 20260610134555.0 m cr n 260607r20221907utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 09005990 UtSlPG en iso639-1 DA Perkins, Thomas, Rev., 1842-1907 Memorials of Old Dorset Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2022 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Memorials of the counties of England Release date is 2022-05-19 Historic Dorset, by the Rev. Thomas Perkins, M.A. -- The barrows of Dorset, by C. S. Prideaux -- The Roman occupation of Dorset, by Captain J. E. Acland -- The churches of Dorset, by the Rev. Thomas Perkins, M.A. -- The memorial brasses of Dorset, by W. de C. Prideaux -- Sherborne, by W. B. Wildman, M.A. -- Milton Abbey, by the Rev. Herbert Pentin, M.A. -- Wimborne Minster, by the Rev. Thomas Perkins, M.A. -- Ford Abbey, by Sidney Heath -- Dorchester, by the Lord Bishop of Durham, D.D. -- Weymouth, by Sidney Heath -- The Isle of Portland, by Mrs. King Warry -- The Isle of Purbeck, by A. D. Moullin -- Corfe Castle, by Albert Bankes -- Poole, by W. K. Gill -- Bridport, by the Rev. R. Grosvenor Bartelot, M.A. -- Shaftesbury, by the Rev. Thomas Perkins, M.A. -- Piddletown and Athelhampton, by Miss Wood Homer -- Wolfeton House, by Albert Bankes -- The literary associations of Dorset, by Miss M. Jourdain -- Some Dorset superstitions, by Hermann Lea. Tim Lindell, Les Galloway and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries) "Memorials of Old Dorset" by Rev. Thomas Perkins and Herbert Pentin is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book explores the rich history and cultural heritage of Dorset, showcasing its natural beauty and historic significance. It serves to commemorate the county's unique contributions to English history through detailed discussions of its geological features, prehistoric burial sites, and the impacts of Roman and medieval occupations. The opening of the book sets the stage for a comprehensive examination of Dorset's historical landscape. The initial pages address the editorial contributions of the late Rev. Thomas Perkins and highlight the collaborative effort to capture the essence of Dorset’s past. Through a narrative that intertwines geography, archaeology, and local folklore, it reveals insights into the early inhabitants of the region, the influence of the Romans, and the evolution of its churches and historic sites. This layered introduction establishes a rich foundation for what promises to be an expansive exploration of Dorset’s memorials and historical narratives. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Originally published: United Kingdom: Bemrose and Sons, 1907 Dorset (England) -- Antiquities Dorset (England) -- History Pentin, Herbert, 1873-1965 Memorials of the counties of England https://archive.org/details/memorialsofolddo00perkuoft/page/n5/mode/2up https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/68128 108948 108948