Smith, Gavin

Islington: In Old Photographs [Illustrated]

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ISBN 13:
9780752449609
author:
Smith, Gavin
format:
Paperback
publisher:
The History Press
language:
English
Publication Year:
2009
Pages:
128
Dimensions:
16.5 x 0.8 x 24.1 centimetres (0
Genre:
History / Britain, Ireland
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 6 working days
£13.29

Description

Islington in Old Photographs by Gavin Smith is a collection of photographs that take us on a journey through the history of the London Borough of Islington. Spanning from the 1860s and 1870s, the book showcases a very different world, with horse-buses, motor-buses, trains, and early motor-cars on the roads. We see children playing in the streets and parks, and buildings of a former age still standing. The period covered in the book also saw significant progress in education and public health, with overcrowded courts and rookeries being swept away and new housing, water supplies, and drainage being introduced. However, the early 20th century brought severe unemployment and poverty, and World War II had a devastating impact on the area. The book offers a unique perspective on Islington's past, with some images recognizable and others unfamiliar, but all of them revealing the rapid changes that took place during this time. By looking at what has gone before, we can gain a deeper understanding of the local landscape and improve our appreciation of the area's history. This collection of old photographs provides a fascinating glimpse into Islington's past, and is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the area.

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