New Books
KENT MAPS AND PLANS. This book, compiled by our member Wyn Burgess A.L.A., lists maps and plans relating to the historic County held in the various libraries, institutions, repositories, etc. throughout Kent as well as in those adjoining London Boroughs formerly associated with Kent. Items included range from maps of the whole county to those of towns, villages, and small estates, as well as coastal and river charts and many archaeological, geological, military, and railway maps. The 386 pages include extensive name, subject, and place indexes. Hardback. £30 plus £3 packing and postage. (If prior notice is given, arrangements can be made to have an order delivered for collection to a nominated public library). May be obtained from Mr. K. Jarvis, Dartford Public Library, Market St., Dartford, Kent DA1 1EV. Tel: 0322 221133. Cheques payable to: The Library Association, London and Home Counties Branch.
A FARMING CENTURY. THE DARENT VALLEY, (1892-1992) by William Alexander. A fascinating account of a farming family who moved from Scotland to Kent and prospered. Hardback. Many photographs and illustrations. 176 pages. May be obtained, price £14.95 (plus postage) from Quiller Press Ltd., 46 Lillie Road, London SW6 1TN.
THE BEXLEY DENEHOLES by Rodney LeGear. Published by the Bexley Libraries and Museums Dept., Hall Place, Bexley, Kent. Price £2.00.
UNDER YOUR FEET, AN ARCHAEOLOGICAL HISTORY OF DARTFORD & DISTRICT. (See enclosed leaflet).
ROYSTON CAVE, USED BY SAINTS OR SINNERS? Local Historical Influences of the Templar and Hospitaller Movement. by Mrs. Sylvia Beamon. Mrs. Beamon's latest book is the result of many years' research into the Templar movement. Hardback. 85 illustrations (photographs and plans) 320 pp. £39.50. Limited Edition. May be obtained from Cortney Publications, 57 Ashwell Street, Ashwell, Baldock, Herts. SG7 5QT.
