This comprehensive history of the Weald of Kent is an essential resource for anyone interested in the social, economic, and cultural development of this important region. Drawing on a wealth of primary sources and the latest scholarship, the authors provide a detailed account of the Weald's complex history, from its earliest settlements to the present day. This book is an invaluable tool for local historians, genealogists, and anyone else interested in the history of this fascinating area. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.