Allison, K. J. (Editor) - The Victoria History of the County of York East Riding. Volume I: The City of Kingston upon Hull

Oxford University Press for the University of London Institute of Historical Research, London, 1969. First Edition, Hardcover (Original Cloth). Near Fine Condition/Very Good. 9781872167084 title page in red & black; b/w. photo. frontis.; volume contents list; lists of illustrations & of maps & plans; editorial note; members of East Riding of Yorkshire Victoria County History Committee; List of Classes of Documents in the Public Records Office used (with their class numbers); records of the Corporation of Kingston Upon Hull; notes on abbreviations; fold-out b/w. map of central Hull. This volume, the first to be published dealing with the East Riding, is entirely devoted to the City of Kingston upon Hull. Established as a 'new town' in the twelfth century, Hull has ever since been one of the leading ports in the kingdom, and particular attention is given here to its trade, shipping, and commerce. The Baltic trade gives a distinctive flavour to this story, which is diversified by whaling and by the still important deep-sea fishing. The development of the docks is examined in detail, and there are accounts of the Hull Trinity House and of some outstanding surviving buildings, including a number of warehouses. Size: Small Folio (over 12" -19" tall). xx + 498. Binding is tight, covers and spine fully intact. in archive acetate film protection. Dust Jacket price-clipped. Bookseller's small label inside front cover. Gilt titles spine with gilt ruling at spine ends; Gilt (three lions) Royal coat of arms of England to front cover. red cloth. Includes index. Quantity Available: 1. Shipped Weight: 2-3 kilos. Category: Genealogy & Local History; Yorkshire; East Riding; Kingston upon Hull; England; History. ISBN: 187216708X. ISBN/EAN: 9781872167084. Inventory No: 4661.

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