The Changing Face of Manchester
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Product Description
This book gives a fascinating insight into the dramatic changes that have taken place in the city in the recent past. The book provides a graphic record of the generations of people who lived and worked here in the 20th century, and it recalls houses and public buildings, shops, factories and pubs which have vanished or been altered almost beyond recognition. The author has combined a remarkable selection of rare photographs with modern views of the same scenes in order to record the transformation.
Product Details
- Amazon Sales Rank: #1125617 in Books
- Published on: 2001-09
- Original language: English
- Binding: Hardcover
- 192 pages
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Synopsis
This book gives a fascinating insight into the dramatic changes that have taken place in the city in the recent past. The book provides a graphic record of the generations of people who lived and worked here in the 20th century, and it recalls houses and public buildings, shops, factories and pubs which have vanished or been altered almost beyond recognition. The author has combined a remarkable selection of rare photographs with modern views of the same scenes in order to record the transformation.
About the Author
Cliff Hayes has published numerous illustrated accounts of the city's recent past and is well-known for his books on Liverpool and the Wirral, where he was born.
