Famous Frosts And Frost Fairs In Great Britain : Kessinger Publishing : 9781436844666 : 1436844665 : 29 Jun 2008 : ""Famous Frosts And Frost Fairs In Great Britain: Chronicled From The Earliest To The Present Time"" is a historical book written by William Andrews and published in 1887. The book is a comprehensive record of the most significant frosts and frost fairs that have occurred in Great Britain from ancient times to the late 19th century. The author provides a detailed account of the weather conditions, the impact on society, and the various activities that took place during these periods of extreme cold.The book covers a range of historical events including the famous frost of 1683-84, which was one of the most severe winters in British history, and the frost fairs that were held on the frozen River Thames during the 17th and 18th centuries. Andrews also includes accounts of other notable frosts, such as the Great Frost of 1739-40 and the severe winter of 1813-14.The author dra