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This fascinating selection of photographs illustrates the extraordinary transformation that has taken place in Glasgow during the 20th century. The book offers an insight into the daily lives and living conditions of local people and gives the reader glimpses and details of familiar places during this century of unprecedented change. Many aspects of Glasgow's recent history are covered, famous occasions and individuals are remembered and the impact of national and international events is witnessed. The books provides a striking account of the changes that have so altered Glasgow's appearance and records the process of transformation. Drawing on detailed local knowledge of the community, and illustrated with a wealth of black-and-white photographs, this book recalls what Glasgow has lost in terms of buildings, traditions and ways of life. It also acknowledges the regneration that has taken place and celebrates the chatacter and energy of local people as they move through the first years of this new century.Product Identifiers
PublisherT.H.E. Hi-Story Press LTD
ISBN-139780750949149
eBay Product ID (ePID)86246956
Product Key Features
Book TitleA Century of Glasgow: Events, People and Places over the 20th Century
AuthorBruce Durie
FormatPaperback
LanguageEnglish
TopicLocal History
Publication Year2007
GenrePhotography
Number of Pages124 Pages
Dimensions
Item Height235mm
Item Width165mm
Additional Product Features
Title_AuthorBruce Durie
Country/Region of ManufactureUnited Kingdom