A History of Scarisbrick, Mona Duggan — 1st Edition

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A History of Scarisbrick, Mona Duggan — 1st Edition

Name: A History of Scarisbrick, Mona Duggan — 1st Edition
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Publication: Preston, Carnegie Publishing Ltd, 1996

Formatting: 8vo, pagination unstated.

Condition Report: Near Fine. The crimson cloth boards are remarkably well-preserved, remaining clean and vibrant with sharp, unbumped corners and a tight, square binding. The gilt tooling to the spine remains notably bright and entirely unoxidised, indicating careful storage and minimal shelf-wear. Internally, the text block is clean and firmly bound, with crisp pages that show no evidence of foxing or handling wear. The original illustrated dust jacket is present and intact, though it exhibits some mild age-toning, particularly along the upper margins and spine, alongside a few faint superficial marks to the front panel and very minor edge-wear to the extremities.

Catalogue Note: First published in 1996 by Carnegie Publishing Ltd, this is a handsome first edition of Mona Duggan’s comprehensive historical study. The volume is profusely illustrated with over sixty historical photographs and reproductions, providing a vital visual record of the parish's development and its notable inhabitants.

While this late 20th-century publication is more modern than traditional 19th-century topographical studies, it serves as a crucial contemporary continuation of regional British local history, documenting the Lancashire village with the same meticulous detail sought after in classic county histories.

Printed and bound by Bookcraft in Bath, the book features a high-quality cloth binding typical of premium regional monographs. Lacking any distracting previous ownership inscriptions or bookplates, this copy presents beautifully. Complete first editions in such excellent condition are now considered scarce on the open market, making it an attractive acquisition for collectors of regional topography.

In A History of Scarisbrick, local historian Mona Duggan offers a vibrant and meticulously researched account of this important Lancashire village. From its early origins and the influence of the local nobility to the everyday lives of its rural inhabitants, Duggan weaves together documentary evidence and rich local memory. Supported by a wealth of historical photographs, the narrative culminates in a superb final chapter where the people of Scarisbrick tell their own story, making it an essential read for anyone connected to the village's past or present.

Book Condition: Near Fine

Book Authors: Mona Duggan

Book Publisher: Carnegie Publishing Ltd

Book Language: English

Narrative Type: Non-Fiction

Genre: History

Book edition: First Edition

Signed: No

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Book Publication Year: 1996

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Book Binding: Hardcover

Illustrator: N/A

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Country/region of manufacture: Preston, United Kingdom

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