A History of the County of Durham

Focusing on Darlington's evolution, this volume chronicles its transformation from an Anglo-Saxon settlement to a prosperous bishop's borough during the Middle Ages. It highlights the town's significance as a staging post on the Great North Road and its industrial growth in the nineteenth century, particularly in iron, engineering, leather, and textile manufacturing. The narrative encompasses social, political, topographical, and economic developments, providing a comprehensive overview of Darlington's rich history up to the present day.