A Short Chronicle Concerning the Parish of Croydon in the County of Surrey

First published in 1889, 'A Short Chronicle Concerning the Parish of Croydon in the County of Surrey' is a fascinating account of the history of one of England's most important towns. Drawing on a wealth of sources, including official records, local lore, and personal reminiscences, J. Corbet Anderson paints a vivid picture of Croydon's past, from its early days as a market town to its rise as an important industrial center. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Surrey and the development of modern English towns.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.