Cuzner's hand-book to Froome-Selwood

A comprehensive view of this Somerset town - now known as Frome - in the mid-and later-19th century. Frome and its surrounding villages were no longer dominant players in the woollen production industries, but Cuzner's book reflects the vibrancy of newly developing retail businesses, professions, small manufacturers, and private education establishments. He summarises the history of the town, lists the railway, bus and mail arrangements, and reviews some of the main shops and businesses. Similarly, Cuzner looks at the associated villages and includes some fascinating details of private schools in Beckington. He includes an interesting selection of engraved images of Frome and nearby grand estates such as Longleat.