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100 1 _aTorr, Cecil,
_d1857-1928
245 1 0 _aSmall Talk at Wreyland. First Series
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2019
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2019-01-19
508 _aProduced by Jens Sadowski, Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
520 _a"Small Talk at Wreyland" by Cecil Torr is a collection of personal sketches and reflections written in the early 20th century. The work explores local history, customs, and anecdotes from the author's life and the surrounding area of Wreyland, a hamlet in Devonshire. Torr's writing offers a warm and intimate glimpse into rural English life, making it an appealing read for those interested in local heritage and social history. At the start of the text, Torr reflects on the importance of preserving local knowledge in light of the passing of the older generation. He shares fond memories from his childhood, particularly his interactions with older relatives who recounted historical events, such as the beheading of King Charles I and the Great Fire of London. He also introduces characters from his family history, including his grandfather, and provides insights into their beliefs, habits, and the customs of their time. This opening sets the tone for a nostalgic exploration of historical and cultural themes intertwined with personal memories. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aWreyland (England)
653 _aDevon (England) -- Social life and customs
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/58726
999 _c99553
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