This is a detailed and comprehensive history of the city of York, England. Written by Francis Drake, a noted historian and antiquarian, this book covers the city's rich cultural and architectural heritage, from its Roman roots to its medieval and modern developments. With its meticulous research and engaging prose, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in English history or the city of York. 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.