Margaret Elizabeth Child-Villiers
''Som Account of Maxstoke: Its Priory and Castle'' is a historical book written by Margaret Elizabeth Child-Villiers in 1869. The book provides a detailed account of Maxstoke, a village in Warwickshire, England, and its historical landmarks, the Maxstoke Priory and Castle. The author delves into the history of Maxstoke, tracing its origins back to the 12th century when the priory was founded by William de Clinton. The book provides a comprehensive description of the priory, its architecture, and the lives of the monks who lived there. The author also explores the history of Maxstoke Castle, which was built in the 14th century and played an important role in the English Civil War. The book includes illustrations and photographs of the priory and castle, as well as maps and diagrams to help readers understand their layout and history. Overall, ''Some Account of Maxstoke: Its Priory and Castle'' is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Maxstoke and the landmarks that have shaped its development over the centuries.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.