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Author: John Peacock Publisher: The History Press ISBN: 0750984686 Category : History Languages : en Pages : 515
Book Description
This richly illustrated history explores every aspect of life in Edinburgh.This book covers the history of the city of Edinburgh from the first Mesolithic explorers who camped on the shores of the Forth some 10,000 years ago to the controversies of modern times.Taking a wider perspective it explores the ever-changing world resulting from industrialisation, which brought immigrants, wealth and poverty. Following that, new methods of transport opened up Edinburgh to the wider world. Now, with its historic architecture the city can become a battleground between developers and motorists who want more space in the central areas and conservationists who wish to protect the city’s landscape.
Author: John Peacock Publisher: The History Press ISBN: 0750984686 Category : History Languages : en Pages : 515
Book Description
This richly illustrated history explores every aspect of life in Edinburgh.This book covers the history of the city of Edinburgh from the first Mesolithic explorers who camped on the shores of the Forth some 10,000 years ago to the controversies of modern times.Taking a wider perspective it explores the ever-changing world resulting from industrialisation, which brought immigrants, wealth and poverty. Following that, new methods of transport opened up Edinburgh to the wider world. Now, with its historic architecture the city can become a battleground between developers and motorists who want more space in the central areas and conservationists who wish to protect the city’s landscape.
Author: Jan-Andrew Henderson Publisher: Amberley Publishing Limited ISBN: 1445694093 Category : Photography Languages : en Pages : 177
Book Description
The fascinating history of Edinburgh’s astonishing literary legacy. Covering authors, books, journals, ideas, festivals, attractions and landmarks.
Author: A J Youngson Publisher: Edinburgh University Press ISBN: 147444802X Category : Architecture Languages : en Pages : 448
Book Description
Superbly illustrated with photographs by acclaimed photographer Edwin Smith, along with a selection of contemporary images and a A15 Colin McLean, this book is a classic work of economic and social history, and a fascinating account of the shaping of one of the most beautiful cities in the world.
Author: John Peacock
Author: John Peacock
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Author: A J Youngson