THE DE LA POLES OF HULL

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THE DE LA POLES OF HULL

by Rosemary Horrox

 

ABOUT THE BOOK

 

Published in 1983 and probably now long since out of print this book takes an in depth look at the De La Pole Family with particular attention to their involvement with the town of Hull in East Yorkshire, England where William De La Pole became the first mayor in 1331 and was later knighted by the King.  Following an introduction the book is divided into three main chapters entitled

 

l/  Family Origins

ll/  Early Careers

lll/  William’s Financial Dealings

 

and is followed by five tables depicting

 

i/ The Descendants or Richard de la Pole

ii/ The Descendants of William de la Pole

iii/ The Descendants of Michael de la Pole

iv/ The Profits of Power

v/ The De la Poles and Hull

 

and finally a bibliography

 

A well researched and well written book that would prove to be a worthy addition to the collection of anyone with connections with the De la Pole family or who has an interest in local or family history in the Hull area.

 

This copy is in very good condition and can be collected, to save postage, if required by the successful bidder.

 

 

 

 

 

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