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100 1 _aSlater, I.
_q(Isaac),
_d1803-1883
245 1 0 _aSlater's [1859] Shropshire Directory
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2019
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2019-11-18
508 _aTranscribed from the 1859 Slater’s edition by David Price
520 _a"Slater's [1859] Shropshire Directory" by I. Slater is a historical reference work written in the mid-19th century. The text serves as a comprehensive directory detailing various aspects of Shropshire, including its geography, history, agriculture, industry, and civil divisions. It likely aims to provide valuable information for residents, visitors, and those interested in the local economy and social structure of the region during that time. The opening of the directory lays the groundwork for understanding the geographic and historical significance of Shropshire. It describes the county's boundaries, its historical tribes, and the evolution of key towns such as Shrewsbury. Additionally, it delves into the agricultural diversity and mineral wealth of the area, highlighting its fertile lands, notable crops, and significant local industries. This initial section sets the stage for a deep dive into the various entities, businesses, and social fabric of Shropshire, appealing to historians, genealogists, and local residents alike. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aShropshire (England) -- Directories
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/60729
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