A Century of the East End - Events, People and Places Over the 20th Century (Paperback)

This fascinating selection of photographs illustrates the extraordinary transformation that has taken place in the East End 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 dyring this century of unprecedented change. Many aspects of the East End's recent history are covered, famous occasions and individuals are remembered and the impact of national and international events is witnessed. The book provides a striking account of the changes that have so altered the East End'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 the East End has lost in terms of buildings, traditions and ways of life. It also acknowledges the regeneration that has taken place and celebrates the character and energy of local people as they move through the first years of this new century.

General

Imprint:	The History Press Ltd
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Release date:	November 2007
Authors:	Rosemary Taylor • Chris Lloyd
Dimensions:	235 x 165 x 10mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	120
ISBN-13:	978-0-7509-4912-5
Categories:	Books > Humanities > History > History of specific subjects > Local history Books > History > History of specific subjects > Local history Promotions
LSN:	0-7509-4912-0
Barcode:	9780750949125

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