Burlton, Clive
Bristol's Lost City: Built to Inspire Transformed for War
- ISBN 13:
- 9781909446052
- author:
- Burlton, Clive
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Bristol Books CIC
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2014
- Pages:
- 128
- Dimensions:
- 22.5 x 22.5 x 1 centimetres (0.3
- Genre:
- History, Military History, World War I,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Bristol's Lost City Built to Inspire Transformed for War by Clive Burlton This book explores the history of Bristol's iconic city hall, a building that was designed to inspire and uplift the city's citizens. Originally constructed in the late 19th century, the city hall was transformed for war during World War II, reflecting the changing needs of the city and its people. With its unique blend of art and architecture, this book provides a fascinating insight into the city's history and its people. Clive Burlton's book offers a detailed and engaging account of the city hall's history, from its original design to its wartime transformation. With its richly detailed illustrations and photographs, this book is a must-have for anyone interested in the history of Bristol and its people. A bright clean copy of 128 pages, this book is a valuable addition to any collection of local history or architecture.