The Ruins Of Liveden - Thomas Bell - Bog

The Ruins of Liveden is a historical book written by Thomas Bell in 1847. The book is a detailed account of the Liveden estate, located in Northamptonshire, England. Bell provides a comprehensive description of the ruins on the estate, including the mansion, chapel, and other buildings. The book also delves into the history of the Tresham family, who were the owners of the estate for several centuries. Bell provides historical notices of the family, their connections with other prominent families, and their involvement in the Gunpowder Plot of 1605. The Gunpowder Plot was a failed assassination attempt on King James I of England by a group of Catholic conspirators, including members of the Tresham family. Bell explores the family's role in the plot and its aftermath. Overall, The Ruins of Liveden is an informative and engaging read for anyone interested in English history, architecture, and the Gunpowder Plot.To Which Is Added A Legendary Poem.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.