H. G. (Henry George) Nicholls

H. G. (Henry George) Nicholls
Henry George Nicholls was an English clergyman and writer, known for his contributions to local history and folklore. His works include "The History and Traditions of St. Neots" (1858), which provides a detailed account of the town's history and legends. He also wrote "The Forest of Dean: An Historical and Descriptive Account" (1858), chronicling the landscape, industries, and customs of the region. Nicholls' writings are valued for their historical accuracy and vivid portrayal of English rural life in the 19th century.

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If there be one circumstance more than another that has conferred celebrity on the Forest of Dean, it is the remote origin, perpetuation, and invariably high repute of its iron works.  Uniting these characteristics in one, it probably surpasses every other spot in Great Britain. In the author’s former “historical account” of this neighbourhood, he gave all the information he had then collected... more...

CHAPTER I.a.d. 1307–1612. Origin of the name “Dean”?—The “Buck Stone,” and other Druidical remains—“The Scowles,” &c., and other ancient iron-mines, worked in the time of the Romans—Symmond’s Yat, and other military earthworks—Domesday Book, and investment of this Forest in the Crown—William I., and probable date of Free Miners’ Franchise—Castle of St. Briavel’s... more...