Gordon Adams

Glasgow's East End Through Time

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ISBN 13:
9781445638508
author:
Gordon Adams
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Amberley Publishing
language:
English
Publication Year:
2014
Pages:
96
Dimensions:
23.6 x 0.9 x 16.5 cm
Genre:
Art, Architecture & Photography, Photography,
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 10 working days
£13.71

Description

Glasgow's East End Through Time by Gordon Adams explores the city's rich history, from its early days as a small monastic community to its development into a powerhouse of the British Empire. The book delves into the challenges faced by Glasgow's East End, including housing conditions and poor health, and how these issues were addressed through slum clearances. The twentieth Commonwealth Games, which Glasgow hosted, brought new life to the area, showcasing its friendly and vibrant atmosphere despite its past struggles. This book offers a unique perspective on Glasgow's East End, revealing its surprising verdant nature and the stories behind its transformation. With 96 pages of photographs and historical insights, this book provides a fascinating look at Glasgow's East End Through Time.

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