Historical and literary associations of Brighton and Hove, by Frederick Harrison, published 1906 (Hove: Combridges) accessible at: The Keep [LIB/502520]
Notes on Sussex Churches, by Frederick Harrison, published 1911 (3rd edition, 186 pp. & 4 plates, Hove: Combridges) accessible at: W.S.R.O. [Lib 3181] & R.I.B.A. Library & West Sussex Libraries & East Sussex Libraries
A History of Midhurst Grammar School: With Biographical Notices of Old Midhurstians, by Ernest F. Row, published 1913 (Brighton: Combridge) accessible at: West Sussex Libraries
The Book of Sussex Verse, edited by C. F. Cook, published 1914 (xvii + 224 pp., Hove: Combridges) accessible at: W.S.R.O. [Lib 925] & The Keep [LIB/502236] & West Sussex Libraries & East Sussex Libraries
Sussex Archaeological Collections: General Index to Vols 26 to 50, compiled by L. F. Salzman, F.S.A., published 1914 (Hove: Combridge's Library, Printers and Publishers, Church Road) View Online
Sussex in Bygone Days, by Nathaniel Paine Blaker, published 1919 (xvi + 199 pp., Hove: Combridges) accessible at: The Keep [LIB/502114] & British Library & West Sussex Libraries & East Sussex Libraries
The Story of Sussex, illustrated by George Fossick, by W. Victor Cook, published 1920 (Hove: Combridges) accessible at: W.S.R.O. [Lib 653][Lib 12292] & West Sussex Libraries
Notes on Sussex Churches, by Frederick Harrison, published 1920 (4th edition, 222 pp., Hove: Combridges) accessible at: W.S.R.O. [Lib 85] & The Keep [LIB/504677][Lib/502183] & West Sussex Libraries & East Sussex Libraries
Round About a Sussex Village, by Frederick F. Wood, published 1921 (Hove: Combridges) accessible at: East Sussex Libraries
Wick: A contribution to the History of Hove, by Charles Thomas-Stanford, published 1923 (48 pp., Hove: Combridges) accessible at: The Keep [LIB/502833] & East Sussex Libraries
Another Book of Sussex Verse, edited by C. F. Cook, published 1928 (xvi + 236 pp., Hove: Combridges) accessible at: W.S.R.O. [Lib 938] & West Sussex Libraries & East Sussex Libraries
The Friars in Sussex, 1228-1928, by E. B. Poland, published 1928 (xi + 259 pp., Hove: Combridges) accessible at: W.S.R.O. [Lib 3] & The Keep [LIB/502170] & West Sussex Libraries & East Sussex Libraries
The Early History of Worthing. Being an Account of the Chief Events from Pre-historic Times to a Century Ago, by Marion Frost, F.L.A., published 1929 (Hove: Combridges)
Some Earl Pelhams, by Hon. Mrs Arthur Pelham and David McLean, published 1932 (Hove: Combridges)
Lancing College, 1848-1948, by Basil Handford, published 1933 (31 pp., Hove: Combridges) accessible at: East Sussex Libraries
Abstract:Most Sussex people know the cluster of collegiate buildings on the Downs over the Adur - curiously similar in site to Arundel Castle in the next gap - and some know also something of the highly original and prescient genius, Woodard, who inserted Lancing and her group of sister-schools (Hurstpierpoint and Ardingly among them), and with them a fertile idea, into the educational vacuum of the mid-nineteenth century. But probably many fewer know just what was the situation which inspired the curate of Shoreham; and as Lancing lies some way off the road, still fewer know the buildings except from a distance. But the Chapel (not the College's only grand building) lacks its full length, while its height is exaggerated by the eastward fall of the ground; it should be seen within to be appreciated.
Mr. Handford's centenary brochure, based on his larger work, Lancing, is succinct, but brings out the importance of the foundation in the social history of the country, and therefore by inference of the county. It is well and abundantly illustrated.
Review by A. E. in Sussex Notes and Queries, August 1948
Mr. Handford's centenary brochure, based on his larger work, Lancing, is succinct, but brings out the importance of the foundation in the social history of the country, and therefore by inference of the county. It is well and abundantly illustrated.
Review by A. E. in Sussex Notes and Queries, August 1948
The Monumental Effigies of Sussex, 1250 to 1650, by H. R. Mosse, M.D., published 1933 (2nd edition, xix + 241 pp., Hove: Combridges) accessible at: W.S.R.O. [Lib 50][Lib 11217] & The Keep [LIB/502187] & R.I.B.A. Library & West Sussex Libraries & East Sussex Libraries
Review by F. B. S. [F. Bentham Stevens] in Sussex Notes and Queries, May 1933:Dr. Mosse has done for the monumental effigies in Sussex Churches what Mr. Frederick Harrison, F.S.A., has already done for the architectural features of the churches, and Mr. J. E. Couchman, F.S.A., in a different form and on rather different lines, for Church Plate.
In this small volume will be found a catalogue of all the effigies in stone and brass within the limits laid down, namely monuments dated between 1250 and 1650. In passing it may be noted that these limits do not include the fine series of 18th century monuments at Withyham which Mrs. Arundell Esdaile described at last year's summer meeting of the Society.
In each case the author gives the position in the church of the monument, and a full and detailed description of the figure and its armour or other habiliments.
In the case of the brasses the size of the monument is, as it should be, added. There are also in most cases genealogical and historical notes on the persons commemorated, and references to standard works in which the monument is dealt with. The whole forms a most useful book of reference which will be indispensable for those interested in this branch of archaeology : and future students will owe a debt of gratitude to Dr. Mosse for his careful work.
In a book which aims at being a complete catalogue rather than a descriptive commentary the author no doubt rightly eschews any attempt to arrange the monuments in order of importance, though he cannot refrain from drawing attention to the noble brass of Thomas Nelond at Cowfold as "not only the largest but the most beautiful in the county." A pardonable pride in Sussex brasses makes one glad that he has noted in the new edition that the fine brass of Margarite de Camoys (1310) in Trotton Church is the earliest representation in England of a woman in brass. The extremely graceful floriated cross in brass at Buxted is another example of which Sussex has every reason to be proud.
Another very interesting and almost unique brass is that at Fletching which commemorates Petrus Denot, Glover. This is not even mentioned by Dr. Mosse presumably because it is not considered technically an "effigy," being merely a pair of gloves in brass. But as it is the only monument of its kind perhaps a note might be added to future editions in order to make the book a complete record of all Sussex brasses (apart from mere inscriptions) and to help keep alive the tradition of a local industry which continued in this part of the county until within living memory.
Exactitude in the transliteration of mediaeval inscriptions is always very difficult of attainment, and probably Dr. Mosse has attained a higher standard than any previous writer on Sussex. There is a slip on p.116 where the dedication of Horsted Keynes is given as St. Michael and All Angels instead of St. Giles, as it is correctly given in the index. Dr. Mosse has fallen into the trap which has caught so many who have dealt with the family of Culpeper, by identifying Sir William Culpeper of Wakehurst with Sir William of Aylesford, who made successful exertions in the reduction of usury (see S.A.C. xlviii, 94, 95).
Whatever may be the minor shortcomings of the book, however, it remains a very notable piece of work and must always be the foundation upon which any future student will work.
In this small volume will be found a catalogue of all the effigies in stone and brass within the limits laid down, namely monuments dated between 1250 and 1650. In passing it may be noted that these limits do not include the fine series of 18th century monuments at Withyham which Mrs. Arundell Esdaile described at last year's summer meeting of the Society.
In each case the author gives the position in the church of the monument, and a full and detailed description of the figure and its armour or other habiliments.
In the case of the brasses the size of the monument is, as it should be, added. There are also in most cases genealogical and historical notes on the persons commemorated, and references to standard works in which the monument is dealt with. The whole forms a most useful book of reference which will be indispensable for those interested in this branch of archaeology : and future students will owe a debt of gratitude to Dr. Mosse for his careful work.
In a book which aims at being a complete catalogue rather than a descriptive commentary the author no doubt rightly eschews any attempt to arrange the monuments in order of importance, though he cannot refrain from drawing attention to the noble brass of Thomas Nelond at Cowfold as "not only the largest but the most beautiful in the county." A pardonable pride in Sussex brasses makes one glad that he has noted in the new edition that the fine brass of Margarite de Camoys (1310) in Trotton Church is the earliest representation in England of a woman in brass. The extremely graceful floriated cross in brass at Buxted is another example of which Sussex has every reason to be proud.
Another very interesting and almost unique brass is that at Fletching which commemorates Petrus Denot, Glover. This is not even mentioned by Dr. Mosse presumably because it is not considered technically an "effigy," being merely a pair of gloves in brass. But as it is the only monument of its kind perhaps a note might be added to future editions in order to make the book a complete record of all Sussex brasses (apart from mere inscriptions) and to help keep alive the tradition of a local industry which continued in this part of the county until within living memory.
Exactitude in the transliteration of mediaeval inscriptions is always very difficult of attainment, and probably Dr. Mosse has attained a higher standard than any previous writer on Sussex. There is a slip on p.116 where the dedication of Horsted Keynes is given as St. Michael and All Angels instead of St. Giles, as it is correctly given in the index. Dr. Mosse has fallen into the trap which has caught so many who have dealt with the family of Culpeper, by identifying Sir William Culpeper of Wakehurst with Sir William of Aylesford, who made successful exertions in the reduction of usury (see S.A.C. xlviii, 94, 95).
Whatever may be the minor shortcomings of the book, however, it remains a very notable piece of work and must always be the foundation upon which any future student will work.
Wealden Glass: The Surrey and Sussex Glass Industry, 1226-1615, by S. E. Winbolt, published 1933 (Hove: Combridges) accessible at: W.S.R.O. [Lib 2546][Lib 5996][Lib 8305] & West Sussex Libraries & East Sussex Libraries
Review in Sussex Notes and Queries, November 1933:We congratulate Mr. Winbolt on his very pleasing volume, which contains the results of his very thorough investigation of a subject which owes its existence as a definite study very largely to his own efforts.
A great proportion of the book has already been made public through the good offices of The Sussex County Magazine, but there are several additional chapters giving the fullest particulars of the technique of glass-making, with many excellent illustrations, details of finds, as well as an appendix giving the actual methods used in glass-making as described in treatise by Theophilus, a very early authority.
The illustrations throughout are most interesting and to the point. The whole book is well got up and is an excellent specimen of the monograph in which present-day research embodies itself.
A great proportion of the book has already been made public through the good offices of The Sussex County Magazine, but there are several additional chapters giving the fullest particulars of the technique of glass-making, with many excellent illustrations, details of finds, as well as an appendix giving the actual methods used in glass-making as described in treatise by Theophilus, a very early authority.
The illustrations throughout are most interesting and to the point. The whole book is well got up and is an excellent specimen of the monograph in which present-day research embodies itself.
Sussex Village Plays, and Others, by Amy Sawyer, published 1934 (viii + 353 pp., Hove: Combridges) accessible at: W.S.R.O. [Lib 940] & West Sussex Libraries & East Sussex Libraries
written for village drama societies, WI, Boy Scouts and Girl Guides
A New History of Rye, by Leopold Amon Vidler, published 1934 (xii + 182 pp., Hove & Rye: Combridges) accessible at: The Keep [LIB/503486] & West Sussex Libraries & East Sussex Libraries
The Story of Henfield, by H. H. de Candole, published 1947 (Hove: Combridges) accessible at: W.S.R.O. [Lib 9684][Lib 8249][Lib 2798] & West Sussex Libraries & East Sussex Libraries
Review by G. D. J. [G. D. Johnston] in Sussex Notes and Queries, May 1947:This book leaves the reader with a firm impression of the author's zeal and the large amount of work which has gone to his judicious blending of facts culled from published records with original investigation on the spot and careful sifting of unpublished parish documents. Praise is due to the proof-readers for the absence of misprints. The book is very readable and can be recommended to all interested in the locality who want something deeper and more stimulating than a guide-book.
There is however a distinct drawback in the absence of any general map; for the two inserted (for other purposes) do not mark nearly all the places referred to in the text.
The author puts the division between East and West Sussex as early as the Conquest. It seems that the age and nature of this division is overrated. Sussex is a geographical county with a single Sheriff and the Commission of Assize and Quarter Sessions remains in law (though not in practice) one for the County (see the County of Sussex Act 1865), and the division is only for purposes of administration.
The author does not describe the former Mockbridge (though its tablet is preserved in the present structure); one could wish for more information as to the origin of Eatons Bridge, and except for a passing reference to a ford for cattle, there is no mention of the Old Ferry Ford just above Bineham Bridge or to the Ford for Waggons just south of the parish boundary (both of which are shewn in 1805). Leland (who died in 1552) did not write in Elizabeth's reign (or is the quotation wrongly ascribed to him ?); and surely Stretham Manor did not exist in B.C.53? The Turnpike Act of 1777 from Henfield to Brighton is not mentioned (though those of 1771 to the Maypole from the north and of 1777 to Hurst are) and the road from Ansty to Billingshurst was made in 1825 - long after the Peninsular War. The statement that the Reeve was elected from among the villeins "as the best husbandman" is startling, and the author's view (p. 57) that tithe is now paid into a central fund through which "and not in any form through the State" Incumbents receive their stipends, hardly accords with the Tithe Act 1936, by which the Redemption Stock issued in exchange for Tithe Rent Charge is " charged by way of guarantee on the Consolidated Fund."
These are however merely matters of comment on unimportant detail and in no way detract from the great pleasure of reading the book.
There is however a distinct drawback in the absence of any general map; for the two inserted (for other purposes) do not mark nearly all the places referred to in the text.
The author puts the division between East and West Sussex as early as the Conquest. It seems that the age and nature of this division is overrated. Sussex is a geographical county with a single Sheriff and the Commission of Assize and Quarter Sessions remains in law (though not in practice) one for the County (see the County of Sussex Act 1865), and the division is only for purposes of administration.
The author does not describe the former Mockbridge (though its tablet is preserved in the present structure); one could wish for more information as to the origin of Eatons Bridge, and except for a passing reference to a ford for cattle, there is no mention of the Old Ferry Ford just above Bineham Bridge or to the Ford for Waggons just south of the parish boundary (both of which are shewn in 1805). Leland (who died in 1552) did not write in Elizabeth's reign (or is the quotation wrongly ascribed to him ?); and surely Stretham Manor did not exist in B.C.53? The Turnpike Act of 1777 from Henfield to Brighton is not mentioned (though those of 1771 to the Maypole from the north and of 1777 to Hurst are) and the road from Ansty to Billingshurst was made in 1825 - long after the Peninsular War. The statement that the Reeve was elected from among the villeins "as the best husbandman" is startling, and the author's view (p. 57) that tithe is now paid into a central fund through which "and not in any form through the State" Incumbents receive their stipends, hardly accords with the Tithe Act 1936, by which the Redemption Stock issued in exchange for Tithe Rent Charge is " charged by way of guarantee on the Consolidated Fund."
These are however merely matters of comment on unimportant detail and in no way detract from the great pleasure of reading the book.
All about Bury: a Sussex village, by Lilian E. Brown, published 1948 (Hove: Combridges) accessible at: W.S.R.O. [Lib 2767][Lib 10726][Lib 3286] & West Sussex Libraries
Lancing College 1848-1948: 1: Foundations and Fundamentals. 2: The Story of the School. 3: The Buildings, by Basil Handford, published 1948 (Hove: Combridges) accessible at: West Sussex Libraries
Easebourne: Its Church and Priory, by Helen Hinkley, published 1948 (pamphlet, Hove: Combridges) accessible at: W.S.R.O. [Lib 7223] & West Sussex Libraries
Henfield Cricket and its Sussex cradle, by H. F. and A. P. Squire, published 1949 (Hove: Combridges) accessible at: W.S.R.O. [Lib 2797] & West Sussex Libraries
Review by George D. Johnston in Sussex Notes and Queries, November 1949.:This is an interesting book; the Authors trace first the evolution of Cricket from Man's primaeval instincts to throw a missile and to ward it off, and then the early history of cricket in Sussex and the particular history of cricket in Henfield since the first recorded match in 1764. There are many complete score-sheets and a full list of all matches ever played and useful lists of the Clubs played against and of the Henfield Players. The result is an admirable book obviously compiled after much labour and search and the Archaeologist will be especially interested in the wall-painting (reproduced) in Cocking Church depicting Shepherds holding the ancestor of the cricket bat.
History of Alfriston, by Florence Pagden (Mrs Hubert Pagden), published 1950 (9th edition, Hove: Combridges) accessible at: East Sussex Libraries
Abstract:It is not every Author who can bring out a revised Edition of her Work 55 years after publication of the First Edition and Mrs. Winstanley is to be much congratulated on this feat. It is of course a small "gossipy" book largely of anecdotes and personal recollections