A Country Parson: James Woodforde’s Diary 1789-1802

Author: John Julius Norwich, Ronald Blythe
Binding: Hardback
Published: Oxford University Press, 1985

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings

A Country Parson: James Woodforde’s Diary 1789-1802 Illustrated presents an intimate chronicle of daily life in rural England during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. This remarkable collection of entries details the routines, social customs, and personal reflections of a clergyman, offering a unique window into a bygone era. The narrative illustrates the simple pleasures and challenges of parish life, from culinary delights to local gossip and significant historical events. Accompanied by illustrations, the text provides an authentic and engaging portrait of a specific historical period, making it an invaluable resource for social historians and enthusiasts of Georgian England.