Vanishing England (Esprios Classics) - Ditchfield, P. H.
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Rev. Peter Hempson Ditchfield, FSA (1854-1930) was a Church of England priest, an historian and a prolific author. He is notable for having co-edited three Berkshire volumes of the Victoria County History which were published between 1907 and 1924. Ditchfield was born in Westhoughton, Lancashire in 1854. He was schooled at the Royal Grammar School, Clitheroe and studied at Oriel College, Oxford. He was ordained deacon in 1878 and priest in 1879. Ditchfield served his title as curate of St. Michael's parish church, Sandhurst until 1880, followed by a second curacy at Christ Church, Reading. He…mehr

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Rev. Peter Hempson Ditchfield, FSA (1854-1930) was a Church of England priest, an historian and a prolific author. He is notable for having co-edited three Berkshire volumes of the Victoria County History which were published between 1907 and 1924. Ditchfield was born in Westhoughton, Lancashire in 1854. He was schooled at the Royal Grammar School, Clitheroe and studied at Oriel College, Oxford. He was ordained deacon in 1878 and priest in 1879. Ditchfield served his title as curate of St. Michael's parish church, Sandhurst until 1880, followed by a second curacy at Christ Church, Reading. He was Secretary of the Berkshire Archaeological Society for 38 years until 1929, when he became its President. He edited the Berks, Bucks and Oxon Archaeological Journal from 1897 until his death.
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Reverend Peter Hempson Ditchfield (1854–1930) was a passionate historian and antiquarian, whose literary contributions have left a notable impression in the realm of English historical literature. Ditchfield served as the rector of Barkham in Berkshire, England, embodying the quintessential combination of a parish rector and a man of letters, an archetype of Victorian and Edwardian England. His oeuvre encompassed a wealth of subjects, including English history, folklore, topography, and the preservation of antiquities, manifesting his deep-rooted love for England and its traditions. One of Ditchfield's noteworthy works is 'Vanishing England,' a text that poignantly captures the changing face of England's landscape and heritage at the turn of the century. This book serves as both a lament for the disappearing customs and edifices of England and a clarion call for the preservation of its cultural legacy. The scholarly nature of his work is enhanced by his engaging narrative style, weaving historical fact with an evocative sense of nostalgia, thereby appealing to both academic and general readers. Ditchfield's literary style is characterized by meticulous research, vivid descriptions, and a clear, accessible prose that reflects his commitment to educating the public about the richness of England's past. His contribution to the field of English history and preservation remains influential, endearing him to readers who value the cultural tapestries of yesteryears.