Description: This captivating volume delves into the vibrant heart of Cheltenham, tracing its origins from ancient times to its status as a famed spa town in the 18th and 19th centuries. Alongside an intriguing account of its history, the book offers an intimate glimpse of Regency Cheltenham, with its grand Assembly Rooms, elegant lodgings, and serene promenades. Wander through the pages and uncover the story of Cheltenham's remarkable journey from a modest settlement to a fashionable haven for leisure and recreation. The author delves into the unique geology that made Cheltenham's spa waters so renowned, exploring their therapeutic qualities and the medical theories that shaped their popularity. This comprehensive narrative captures the essence of a town intertwined with history, social customs, and the pursuit of well-being. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books.This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. This text has been digitally restored from a historical edition. Some aesthetic errors may persist, however it has been deemed that any such will not detract from the work's significant historical value. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase.
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Original Language: English
Country/Region of Manufacture: America
Narrative Type: Nonfiction
Intended Audience: Adults
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Number of Pages: 378
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Book Title: History of Cheltenham, and Account of Its Environs : Containing an Inquiry into the Discovery and Properties of the Mineral Waters (Classic Reprint)
Language: English
Publisher: Forgotten Books
Publication Year: 2017
Topic: Customs & Traditions
Item Height: 0.8 in
Illustrator: Yes
Genre: Social Science
Item Weight: 18 Oz
Item Length: 9 in
Author: Thomas Frognall
Item Width: 6 in
Format: Trade Paperback