Shaping the Past

Theme, Time and Place in Local History - Essays in Honour of David Dymond

Edited by Nicholas R. Amor, Edited by Evelyn Lord

Studies in Regional and Local History

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256 Pages, 6.75 x 9.75

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Cloth, $79.95 (US $79.95) (CA $107.95)

Publication Date: October 2020

ISBN 9781912260225

Rights: WOR X UK & EUR

University Hertfordshire Press (Oct 2020)
University Of Hertfordshire Press

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Overview

A tribute to a local history giant, exploring themes of time, place, and community in Eastern England.

Dr. David Dymond, a luminary in local history, is honored in this collection of essays by colleagues, friends, and students. These essays present new research spanning from the medieval era to the 20th century, with a focus on Eastern England. They embody Dymond’s inclusive philosophy, integrating meticulous primary source analysis with sensitivity to broader community influences.

Contributors delve into medieval religion, trade, and industry in Eastern England, offering insights into local elites and social dynamics. The collection culminates with studies of 19th- and 20th-century commerce and culture. This diverse material provides a rich resource for anyone interested in local history, reflecting the breadth of Dymond’s scholarship.

Author Biography

Dr Nicholas R. Amor is an honorary fellow of the University of East Anglia and the University of Suffolk, and chairman of the Suffolk Institute of Archaeology and history. Dr Evelyn Lord was the course director for the University of Cambridge’s Master of Studies in Local History and tutor for local history at the University of Cambridge, Institute for Continuing Education.

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