Barke, Michael

Newcastle upon Tyne: Mapping the City

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ISBN 13:
9781780277264
author:
Barke, Michael
format:
Hardback
publisher:
Birlinn Ltd
language:
English
Publication Year:
2021
Pages:
272
Dimensions:
25.5 x 25.5 x 3 centimeters (1.6
Genre:
History, General, History,
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 10 working days
£23.47

Description

Newcastle Upon Tyne Mapping the City offers a fresh perspective on the city's rich history, tracing its development over many centuries through a unique lens of historic maps and plans. From its Roman roots to its 19th-century Georgian transformation, the book explores the growth and transformation of Newcastle and its surrounding towns, including Gateshead, Jarrow, Wallsend, Tynemouth, North and South Shields. The book delves into the area's industrial past, including shipbuilding, glass, and heavy engineering, and how it declined in the 20th century. However, it also highlights the region's recent reinvention, with a focus on its vibrant cultural industries, including music and art. By examining the historic maps and plans that have recorded the area's development, the book provides a fascinating insight into the city's complex history. With its innovative approach to storytelling, Newcastle Upon Tyne Mapping the City is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the region.

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