Project Gutenberg 2008-02-03 Public domain in the USA. 673 Nicholls, H. G. (Henry George) 1825 1867 The Forest of Dean: An Historical and Descriptive Account This ebook was transcribed by Les Bowler "The Forest of Dean: An Historical and Descriptive Account" by H. G. Nicholls is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The book explores the rich history and cultural significance of the Forest of Dean, a region in Gloucestershire known for its unique geography and historical connections to iron mining and local traditions. It aims to provide a comprehensive narrative derived from both personal observations and various historical sources that delve into the past of this remarkable area. At the start of the book, the author expresses disappointment that no prior history of the Forest of Dean had been published, prompting him to undertake this project. He introduces themes of local traditions, the significance of iron mining, and references to historical figures and events. Nicholls emphasizes the importance of capturing the area's heritage before the old customs fade away, indicating that the content will blend archival research with vivid descriptions to engage both local residents and general readers interested in the history of this picturesque locale. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Reading ease score: 63.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. en Archaeology England -- Description and travel Technology -- History Dean, Forest of (England : Forest) Iron industry and trade -- England -- Dean, Forest of DA Text Archaeology United Kingdom Category: History - British 728293 2025-08-10T07:43:02.496179 text/html 729345 2008-02-03T13:37:11 text/html 2557013 2025-08-10T07:43:20.302077 application/epub+zip 2545546 2025-08-10T07:43:07.123190 application/epub+zip 310796 2025-08-10T07:43:05.174166 application/epub+zip 2876563 2025-08-10T07:43:28.287082 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 2810096 2025-08-10T07:43:17.674107 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 503645 2022-09-11T10:21:54.195144 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 592819 2025-08-10T07:43:00.240182 text/plain; charset=us-ascii 592567 2008-02-03T13:45:25 text/plain; charset=us-ascii 19128 2025-08-10T07:43:28.491046 application/rdf+xml 21144 2025-08-10T07:43:05.755150 image/jpeg 4515 2025-08-10T07:43:05.470147 image/jpeg 2374247 2008-02-03T13:45:25 application/octet-stream application/zip 216368 2008-02-03T13:45:25 application/octet-stream application/zip 2497224 2025-08-10T07:43:02.645170 application/octet-stream application/zip Archives containing the RDF files for *all* our books can be downloaded at https://book.klll.cc/wiki/Gutenberg:Feeds#The_Complete_Project_Gutenberg_Catalog