Bygone Eastbourne (1902)

Bygone Eastbourne is a book written by John Charles Wright and first published in 1902. The book is a historical account of the town of Eastbourne, located in the county of East Sussex, England. The author takes the reader on a journey through the town's past, from its earliest days as a small fishing village to its development as a popular seaside resort in the Victorian era. Wright provides a detailed description of the town's architecture, landmarks, and notable residents, including the Duke of Devonshire and the Earl of Burlington. He also explores the town's social and cultural history, discussing the impact of the railway on the town's growth, the development of the town's parks and gardens, and the role of Eastbourne in the suffragette movement. The book is illustrated with over 100 photographs and engravings, providing a visual representation of the town's past. Bygone Eastbourne is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Eastbourne or the development of seaside resorts in England.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.