essay descriptive of the abbey church of Romsey, in Hampshire; founded by King Edward the elder
By: compiled from various voluminous works & ancient manuscripts in the British Museum and elsewhere.
Contributors: Brandard, John, 1812-1863.; Lordan, C. L.; M. & N. Hanhart (Firm); Westleys & Co.
Edition: Third edition.
Publisher: C. L. Lordan
Published: 1851
Place of publication: Romsey
Language: eng
Number of pages: 129
Subjects: Romsey Abbey.
Other titles: Essay descriptive of the abbey church Romsey; Essay on the abbey church of Romsey; Abbey church of Romsey
Notes: Date taken from dedication page.

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