Haw, Jack
Lost Liverpool - Through Time
- ISBN 13:
- 9781445653266
- author:
- Haw, Jack
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Printed Publication
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2019
- Pages:
- 128
- Dimensions:
- 234mm / 165mm
- Genre:
- Local History History
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
The city of Liverpool has undergone significant transformations over the centuries. From its humble beginnings as a small fishing village to its rise as a major commercial powerhouse, the city's architecture reflects its diverse history. As the British Empire's second city, Liverpool's influence grew, and so did its population. The need for accommodation led to the construction of terraced properties for labourers and luxurious town houses for the wealthy elite. The city's high streets were lined with bustling shops, hotels, taverns, and theatres, while parks, monuments, and public buildings adorned the urban landscape. Today, Liverpool's lost architectural heritage is remembered in this book, which steps back in time to rediscover the city's forgotten buildings and landmarks.