History of Madeley / including Ironbridge, Coalbrookdale, and Coalport

Name: History of Madeley / including Ironbridge, Coalbrookdale, and Coalport
Author: John Randall

By John Randall

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A concise local history that follows the parish from its medieval manorial roots through changes in landholding and ecclesiastical control into the industrial period, combining documentary extracts, place-name etymology, and oral tradition. It describes landscape features, forest and park enclosures, and agricultural practices, and details the growth of mining, ironworking, and related manufactures alongside notices of inventions, remarkable events, local families, monuments, and buildings. Presented as a compendium of facts, the narrative is supplemented by woodcuts, photographs, and an index to assist readers researching topography, genealogy, and industrial development.

About the Author

John Randall

John Randall was a 19th-century author known for his contributions to local history and industry in England, particularly in the Shropshire region. His notable works include "Handbook to the Severn Valley Railway," which provides a detailed account of the railway and its surroundings, and "History of Madeley," which explores the rich heritage of the area, including Ironbridge and Coalbrookdale. Randall also delved into the local clay industries with his book "The Clay Industries, Including the Fictile & Ceramic Arts on the Banks of the Severn," highlighting the significance of pottery and ceramics in the region's history. His writings reflect a deep appreciation for the cultural and industrial landscape of his time.