The Harris, Mary Dormer 1867-1936 creator Chanler, Albert 1880- text utu 2019 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "The Story of Coventry" by Mary Dormer Harris is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The work delves into the rich and complex history of Coventry, highlighting its development from ancient times through significant events and figures, including the legendary Lady Godiva and the founding of the Benedictine Monastery. The opening of the book sets the stage with a detailed introduction that emphasizes the historical significance of Coventry, its architectural marvels, and its cultural heritage. Harris discusses various elements including the three famous spires that dominate the skyline, the decline of historical landmarks, and the legacy of the city’s storied past. The chapter begins with a focus on Leofric and Godiva, exploring the legendary tale of her famous ride and its implications for the local populace. The narrative weaves together folklore, historical facts, and the evolution of Civic governance, giving readers insight into how Coventry's history is intertwined with the broader saga of England itself. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2019-03-02 Produced by ellinora, Graeme Mackreth and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries) Original publication data not identified Coventry (England) -- History DA Original publication data not identified 11028671 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/58996 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/58996 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134347.0 58996