Ealing and Its Vicinity

Name: Ealing and Its Vicinity
Author: D. F. E. Sykes

By D. F. E. Sykes

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A concise local history and guide sketches the parish's geography and boundaries, noting its extent, neighbouring districts, and acreage. It explains manorial and landholding customs, especially copyhold tenure, Borough English succession, heriot payments, and the practical distinctions from freehold. Descriptions of the manor courts, conveyancing rituals, and customary obligations illustrate local governance and property practice. An account of the long continuity of ecclesiastical lordship emphasizes relative stability and the area's avoidance of major sieges, while touching on a nearby early medieval conflict at Brentford.

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D. F. E. Sykes

D. F. E. Sykes was a 19th-century English author known for his contributions to regional literature, particularly tales set in Yorkshire. His notable work, "Ben o' Bill's, the Luddite: A Yorkshire Tale," reflects the social and historical context of the Luddite movement, showcasing his interest in local culture and history. Sykes also wrote several other works, including "Miriam: A Tale of Pole Moor and the Greenfield Hills" and "Sister Gertrude: A Tale of the West Riding," which further explore themes of community and identity in the English countryside. Through his storytelling, Sykes captures the essence of Yorkshire life and its challenges during a transformative period.