02138cam a22003133u 4500 40031 UtSlPG 20260610133921.0 m cr n 260607r2012||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 10032916 UtSlPG en iso639-1 DA Timbs, John, 1801-1875 Nooks and Corners of English Life, Past and Present Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2012 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2012-06-20 Produced by Annie R. McGuire. This book was produced from scanned images of public domain material from the Internet Archive. "Nooks and Corners of English Life, Past and Present" by John Timbs is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The work delves into the domestic manners and customs of various periods in English history, offering insights into the lives of the English people from prehistoric times to more recent eras. The book aims to illuminate the changes in society and domestic life through vivid illustrations and detailed narratives. The opening of the book sets the stage by discussing the various dwelling places of early Britons. It emphasizes the connection between housing structures and the civilizations that inhabited them, providing descriptions of rudimentary homes, including reed cabins and caves, and explaining their significance. The text discusses archaeological discoveries that reveal the early human habitat and elaborates on the lifestyles and customs of the Britons before the Roman conquest. Through a blend of historical examination and anecdotal evidence, the author aims to paint a comprehensive picture of English life throughout the ages. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified England -- Social life and customs https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/40031 80870 80870