This virtual book CD resource contains White's 1878 Directory of Hampshire (including the Isle of Wight). It carries commercial listings, information on courts, and records of local nobility, gentry, and clergy. Towns, villages and parishes are listed with detailed historical and topographical nformation. Particular attention is given to Portsmouth, Southampton and Winchester. A comprehensive directory, this CD gives you valuable insight into contemporary county life, and enables you to discover what governed the lives of your ancestors. This CD consists of digitally enhanced images of the original text; searchable by whole or part name; bookmarked by major headings, and fully printable.