The Local Historian's Encyclopedia Author:John Richardson This third edition of The Local Historian's Encyclopedia has been completely revised, reset and expanded once more. Divided into themes, this very popular book gives meanings of many terms, as well as detailing legislation which affected the lives of everyone. The sections range widely over diverse subjects such as Land and Agriculture, Heraldry... more », Social Welfare, Coins, Transport, Archaeology and Paleaography. The Encyclopedia, when first published, was highly commended by The Library Association in its award for the outstanding reference book of the year.« less