Bygone Bury (1903)

Bygone Bury (1903)

John Lord

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Editorial:
Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
Materia
Antologías (no poéticas)
ISBN:
9781120169068
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Bygone Bury is a historical book written by John Lord in 1903. The book provides a detailed account of the town of Bury, located in Greater Manchester, England, during the 18th and 19th centuries. Lord, who was a local historian, describes the town’s growth and development during this period, including its industrialization and the impact it had on the town’s economy and social structure.The book is divided into chapters that cover different aspects of Bury’s history, such as its early history, the growth of its textile industry, the development of its transport infrastructure, and the social and cultural life of its residents. Lord also includes information on notable individuals who lived in Bury during this time, such as politicians, businessmen, and philanthropists.Bygone Bury provides a fascinating insight into the town’s past and the changes it underwent during the 18th and 19th centuries. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Bury or the social and economic history of the region. The book is written in an engaging style and is well-researched, with numerous illustrations and photographs that bring the town’s history to life.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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