Thomas William Shore
''The Archaeological Remains and Early Historical Associations of Streatham, Tooting and Balham'' is a book written by Thomas William Shore and published in 1903. The book provides an in-depth exploration of the history and archaeology of the areas of Streatham, Tooting, and Balham in South London, England. Shore begins by discussing the geological formation of the area and the early human settlements that existed there. He then delves into the Roman occupation of the region, highlighting the numerous archaeological findings that have been discovered over the years. The book also covers the Saxon and Norman periods, discussing the various churches and manors that were built during this time. Shore goes on to examine the medieval period, discussing the impact of the Black Death and the growth of the local economy. The book concludes with an exploration of the modern era, including the development of the railway system and the growth of the local population. Throughout the book, Shore provides detailed descriptions of the archaeological remains that have been discovered in the area, as well as the historical associations that can be drawn from them. Overall, ''The Archaeological Remains and Early Historical Associations of Streatham, Tooting and Balham'' is a fascinating exploration of the history and archaeology of this important region of London. It is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of London, archaeology, or local history in general.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.