Homer, Andrew
Historic England: The Blacka Country: Unique Images from the Archives of Historic England (Historic England)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781445691251
- author:
- Homer, Andrew
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Amberley Publishing
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2019
- Pages:
- 96
- Dimensions:
- 23.4 x 16.5 centimetres (0.29 kg
- Genre:
- Arts & Photography, Photography, Subjects & Themes,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
The Black Country: A Unique Perspective on England's Industrial Heritage This illustrated history showcases one of England's most fascinating regions - the Black Country in the West Midlands. It provides a nostalgic look at the area's past, highlighting the special character of some of its most important historic sites. The photographs featured in this book are taken from the Historic England Archive, a unique collection of over 12 million photographs, drawings, plans and documents covering England's archaeology, architecture, social and local history. The pictures date from the earliest days of photography to the present, capturing subjects such as Bronze Age burials, medieval churches, cinemas, and seaside resorts. The Black Country has long been an important region in England, with its rich mineral resources playing a significant role in the Industrial Revolution. Although the landscape has changed rapidly due to regeneration efforts, the area's unique heritage remains intact.
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