The antiquities of Bridgnorth : $b with some historical notices of the town and castle

"The Antiquities of Bridgnorth" by The Rev. G. Bellett is a history book from the 1800s that aims to give readers a complete look at the past of Bridgnorth. The story begins by explaining how Bridgnorth got its name, looking at its geography and history. It talks about how the town might have started way back in the time of Alfred the Great, mentioning Ethelfleda building forts to fight off the Danes. The author uses old stories and notes about findings to slowly build up a picture of Bridgnorth’s importance. With a dedication to its early accounts, castle history, and Christian heritage, the author prepares the reader to learn about important things that happened there, especially involving the famous castles.