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Percival, Andrew
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Notes on Old Peterborough
Transcribed from the 1905 Geo. C. Caster edition by David Price
"Notes on Old Peterborough" by Andrew Percival is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This engaging work reflects on the life and development of Peterborough, revealing the author's memories of the city from the early 19th century onward. Percival offers vivid anecdotes and insights into the transformations in local society, infrastructure, and culture, providing readers with a glimpse of a town evolving through significant changes. The book is structured into several parts, each detailing different aspects of life in Peterborough, including transportation, markets, and local governance. Percival shares personal recollections of the town's past, from the toll gates and the functioning of breweries to descriptions of the railway’s arrival and the impact it had on travel. The narrative is rich with stories that chronicle both the mundane and momentous events, including local fairs, the role of the prison, and the challenges met by its citizens. Through these reflections, the author successfully captures the spirit of the community and its heritage in a time of change. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 67.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Peterborough (England) -- History
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