A Description Of The Exchange Of Bristol, Wherein The Ceremony Of Laying The First Stone Of That Structure (1743) - John Wood - Bog

""A Description Of The Exchange Of Bristol"" is a historical book written by John Wood in the year 1743. The book provides a detailed account of the Exchange of Bristol, a grand structure that was built in the heart of the city. The Exchange was a place where merchants and traders could conduct business, and it was considered to be one of the most important buildings in Bristol.The book begins with an introduction to the Exchange and its history, followed by a detailed description of the building's architecture and design. Wood provides a detailed account of the materials used in the construction of the Exchange, including the stone, timber, and ironwork.The highlight of the book is the ceremony of laying the first stone of the Exchange, which Wood describes in great detail. He provides an account of the speeches that were made, the music that was played, and the general atmosphere of the event.In addition to the ceremony, Wood also provides information on the various businesses and activities that took place within the Exchange. He describes the different rooms and spaces within the building, including the coffee room, the assembly room, and the council chamber.Overall, ""A Description Of The Exchange Of Bristol"" is a fascinating historical account of one of Bristol's most important buildings. It provides a detailed insight into the architecture, design, and function of the Exchange, as well as the social and cultural events that took place within its walls.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.