First published in 1887, this two-volume history of the Weald of Kent is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of this region of England. It covers the period from prehistoric times to the 19th century, and includes detailed accounts of the local industries, customs, and notable people. This volume covers the medieval period, including the establishment of the Wealden iron industry and the Peasants' Revolt. 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.