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Davis, Henry George
1830
1857
Davis, Charles
The memorials of the hamlet of Knightsbridge : $b With notices of its immediate neighbourhood
Transcribed from the 1856 J. Russell Smith edition by David Price. Many thanks to Royal Kensington Libraries for allowing their copy to be used for this transcription
"The Memorials of the Hamlet of Knightsbridge" by Henry George Davis is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. This work seeks to document the rich history and various associations of Knightsbridge, a suburb of London, highlighting its evolution over time, along with its notable figures and events. At the start of the text, the author expresses a desire to rectify the historical neglect of Knightsbridge, framing it as a place that, despite its underappreciated significance, holds layers of historical narrative that deserve to be uncovered. The opening portion includes various accounts of the origins of Knightsbridge, discussing its roots dating back to Edward the Confessor, along with a blend of legends explaining the etymology of its name. Davis touches upon the area's natural features, notable constructions, and the activities that occurred in the region, thus inviting readers to appreciate the transformed landscape and its historical relevance through insightful anecdotes and citations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 68.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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