Project Gutenberg 2020-05-29 Public domain in the USA. 192 Howell, Thomas J. The Stranger in Shrewsbury or, an historical and descriptive view of Shrewsbury and its environs Transcribed from the 1824 (second) edition by David Price "The Stranger in Shrewsbury" by Thomas J. Howell is a historical and descriptive account written in the early 19th century. This work offers an in-depth examination of the town of Shrewsbury and its surroundings, covering its geography, history, and notable events. The book appears to be a comprehensive guide that explores both the historical significance of Shrewsbury and its cultural environment, likely providing insights into its development over the centuries. The opening of the text introduces the reader to the history of Shrewsbury, tracing its origins and the various names it has been known by through the ages, including references to its founders and major historical events. Howell acknowledges the contributions of fellow townsmen in the prior edition, presenting his work as a tribute to the town he cherishes. The text emphasizes Shrewsbury's strategic importance throughout history, recounting tales of invasions and political unrest, and sets the stage for a narrative rich in both local significance and a broader contextual understanding of England's historical tapestry. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Reading ease score: 53.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. en Shrewsbury (England) -- Description and travel DA Text Category: History - Other Category: History - British 250279 2025-09-24T13:45:59.862361 text/html 230921 2024-10-18T03:42:04 text/html 1095805 2025-09-24T13:46:04.225366 application/epub+zip 1092123 2025-09-24T13:46:00.646394 application/epub+zip 133296 2025-09-24T13:46:00.235397 application/epub+zip 1171041 2025-09-24T13:46:07.052848 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 1147309 2025-09-24T13:46:03.627408 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 194369 2022-09-28T04:55:25.575368 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 226869 2025-09-24T13:45:59.505399 text/plain; charset=us-ascii 207086 2024-10-18T03:42:04 text/plain; charset=us-ascii 15547 2025-09-24T13:46:07.183833 application/rdf+xml 13952 2025-09-24T13:46:00.300404 image/jpeg 2944 2025-09-24T13:46:00.268389 image/jpeg 1073721 2025-09-24T13:45:59.918468 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