A Great Agricultural Estate - Russell Arthur Herbrand

""A Great Agricultural Estate: Being The Story Of The Origin And Administration Of Woburn And Thorney"" is a historical book written by Herbrand Arthur Russell and originally published in 1897. The book provides a detailed account of the establishment and management of two large agricultural estates in England, Woburn and Thorney, which were owned by the Russell family for several centuries. The author begins by tracing the history of the estates from their origins in the Middle Ages, through the Tudor and Stuart periods, and up to the 19th century. He then goes on to describe the various changes and improvements that were made to the estates over the years, including the introduction of new farming techniques and the construction of new buildings and infrastructure. The book also provides insights into the social and economic conditions of rural England during this period, as well as the challenges faced by landowners and farmers. It includes detailed accounts of the various individuals who played a role in the administration of the estates, including the Russell family members themselves, as well as their agents, managers, and tenants. Overall, ""A Great Agricultural Estate"" offers a fascinating glimpse into the history of two of England's most important agricultural estates, and provides valuable insights into the development of agriculture and rural life in England during the 19th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

EAN: 9781437454727