Bruton in Selwood

Bruton, a small Somerset town, boasts a rich history as an ecclesiastical hub since the seventh century, featuring notable figures like Sir John Fitzjames and Tudor author Stephan Batman. The narrative highlights the contributions of benefactor Sir Hugh Sexey and artists Gabriel Felling and Ernst Blensdorf. The book also explores the lives of ordinary residents through parochial records and the town's architecture, showcasing Bruton's evolution from the past to the present, alongside connections to literary figures like R. D. Blackmore and John Steinbeck.