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Charles Edward Davis
1827–1902
A Victorian architect and antiquary, he is best remembered for his work in Bath and for helping uncover the city’s Roman past. His writing brings together practical knowledge of buildings with a real fascination for local history.
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The Excavations of Roman Baths at Bath
by Charles Edward Davis
About the author
Born near Bath in 1827, Charles Edward Davis followed his father into architecture and went on to become an important figure in the city’s Victorian development. He worked as an architect and surveyor, and his career became closely tied to Bath’s streets, buildings, and restoration projects.
He is especially associated with archaeology and local history. Davis took a leading role in excavations at the Roman Baths, and his books helped record Bath’s historic landmarks, old municipal life, and ancient remains for later readers.
That mix of architect and historian gives his work its lasting appeal. Whether writing about the Roman Baths or the city’s past, he combined a close eye for physical detail with an enthusiasm for the long story of Bath itself.