Hugh Hollinghurst

Bootle Through Time

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ISBN 13:
9781445615110
author:
Hugh Hollinghurst
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Amberley Publishing
language:
English
Publication Year:
2014
Pages:
96
Dimensions:
16.5 x 0.9 x 23.6 cm
Genre:
Art, Architecture & Photography, Photography,
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 7 working days
£13.71

Description

Bootle Through Time by Hugh Hollinghurst explores the history and transformation of Bootle, a village in northwest England. From its origins as a fishing and farming community to its growth into a thriving industrial centre, the book delves into the town's rich past. The Second World War had a profound impact on Bootle, with the area suffering significant damage for its size. However, regeneration efforts have since transformed the landscape, introducing new civic buildings and amenities. Despite these changes, many remnants of the old village remain, offering a glimpse into a bygone era. Today, visitors to Bootle can still see grand Victorian houses, spacious parks, and impressive civic buildings, all testaments to the town's enduring history and architectural heritage.

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