Mason's Norwich General and Commercial Directory & Handbook by R. Hindry Mason
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"Mason's Norwich General and Commercial Directory & Handbook" by R. Hindry Mason is a practical reference guide written in the mid-19th century. This comprehensive directory serves as a resource for residents and visitors of Norwich, listing individuals, businesses, and important institutions, including the hamlets surrounding the city. The book aims to document essential information about the local community and commerce, enhancing the livability and connectivity of the area. The opening of the
directory provides insights into its purpose and structure. It begins with acknowledgments related to the transcription of a 1852 edition, emphasizing the utility of such a directory in a significant urban center. The introductory section underscores the effort undertaken to create a thorough reference work, mentioning the potential for occasional errors due to the rapid changes in the city. The contents listed suggest a detailed layout, covering various categories from personal names to key institutions like hospitals, the local government, and commercial enterprises, making it a valuable tool for understanding Norwich in that era. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Mason, R. Hindry (Robert Hindry) |
|---|---|
| Title |
Mason's Norwich General and Commercial Directory & Handbook Including the hamlets of Earlham, Eaton, Heigham, Hellesdon, Lakenham, Pockthorpe, Thorpe, Trowse, Carrow and Bracondale. |
| Credits | Transcribed from the 1852 Mason’s edition by David Price. Many thanks to Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library, UK, for kindly allowing their copy to be used for this transcription |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 60.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe |
| Subject | Norwich (England) -- Directories |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 62401 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-62401-3 |
| Release Date | Jun 14, 2020 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 771 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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