Book excerpt: This historic work is a comprehensive account of the natural history, archaeology, and antiquities of the county of Surrey, compiled by one of the most celebrated antiquarians of the late 17th century, John Aubrey. The book features detailed accounts of Surrey's flora, fauna, and geological features, as well as descriptions of archaeological discoveries and historic landmarks. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Surrey and its rich natural and cultural heritage. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.