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100 1 _aFea, Allan,
_d1860-1956
245 1 0 _aSecret Chambers and Hiding Places :
_bHistoric, Romantic, & Legendary Stories & Traditions About Hiding-Holes, Secret Chambers, Etc.
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2004
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2004-11-01
508 _aProduced by Robert J. Hall.
520 _a"Secret Chambers and Hiding Places" by Allan Fea is a historical account likely written in the late 19th century. This work delves into the intriguing topic of concealed rooms and secret hiding places found in historic British estates, particularly during the turbulent times of religious persecution and the English Civil War. Fea explores the ingenuity of these hides, designed to protect Roman Catholic priests and other fugitives from the excesses of the law, highlighting the deep connection between architecture, history, and the personal stories of those who relied on these clever constructions. The opening of the book sets the stage for a captivating exploration of the history surrounding secret chambers, emphasizing the romance and mystery inherent in these hidden spaces. The introduction outlines the author's intent to reveal the stories behind these architectural wonders while discussing notable figures such as Priest Nicholas Owen, who pioneered many of the designs. The first chapter introduces "Little John," detailing how he meticulously crafted "priest's holes" during the repressive Elizabethan era, surviving cruel searches by priest-hunters. Through vivid descriptions and historical anecdotes, Fea transports the reader into a world where danger lurked, ingenuity flourished, and faith often depended on the existence of hidden spaces within the stately homes of the time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aGreat Britain -- Social life and customs -- 17th century -- Sources
653 _aCatholic Church -- England
653 _aHiding places -- Great Britain
653 _aPersecution
653 _aJacobites
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/13918
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