The Story of the East Riding of Yorkshire

Step into a vivid chronicle that sweeps from the mist‑shrouded stone ages to the bustling ports of the twentieth century. The narrative opens with the earliest hunters and gatherers whose tools and burial sites still whisper on the Wolds, then moves through bronze and iron ages, Roman roads, and the arrival of the Northmen. Along the way, you’ll meet the monks, merchants, and ordinary families who shaped the landscape, all illuminated by more than a hundred detailed illustrations that bring ancient artifacts and medieval streets to life.

The story continues into the medieval towns, the turbulence of civil war, and the rise of Hull as England’s third‑largest port. It explores the growth of railways, the spirit of local folk speech, and the proud traditions of schools and civic life that still echo today. Listening feels like turning the pages of a richly illustrated museum, offering a clear, engaging portrait of a region whose past still guides its future.