An outline history of tanners and tanneries in 19th century Devon.
A new book by Martin Bodman
As there were then tanneries in St Thomas's parish and at Alphington, you may be interested, as these have entries in the gazetteer, which represents the main body of the book. 'Devon Leather' has been well received and recently got an airing on Radio Devon when Tony Beard, current president of the Devonshire Association, interviewed me on Pippa Quelch's Saturday morning show.
Flier for 'Devon leather' book
Order form for 'Devon Leather' book
The book is on sale at the Devon Record Office and elsewhere.
The Curator of West Exe adds:
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