A-Z of Stratford-upon-Avon: Places-People-History

by WillAdams (Author)

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  2018

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  Famous as the birthplace of William Shakespeare, the Warwickshire market town of Stratford-upon-Avon has attracted visitors to its streets lined with ancient buildings for centuries. Its status as a market town in the mediaeval period is in evidence in the 15th-century stone-built Clopton Bridge over the River Avon and the Holy Trinity church as is the wealth of the later Elizabethan and Georgian buildings. Today visitors come to see Shakespeare's birthplace and the buildings associated with him, attend the Royal Shakespeare Theatre or the other theatres in the town, or just explore the historical streets. In A-Z of Stratford-upon-Avon author Will Adams reveals the history behind Stratford-upon-Avon, its streets and buildings and the people connected with the town. Alongside the famous historical connections, he includes some unusual characters, tucked away places and unique events that are less well-known. This fascinating A-Z tour of Stratford-upon-Avon's history is fully illustrated with photography and will appeal to all those with an interest in this historical Warwickshire town.