Description
This fascinating book, by a leading historian of the city, tells Manchester's story from the Romans to the first steam-powered factories, showing how the centuries before the Industrial Revolution formed the foundation for the city's later greatness. The Origins of Manchester is highly readable, scholarly, well illustrated and wide-ranging. It is certain to appeal to anyone with an interest in this great city.
About the Author
Alan Kidd is Professor Emeritus at Manchester Metropolitan University. He has published numerous articles and books on the history of Manchester (visit www.carnegiepublishing.com for our other titles and details of Alan's next book, which continues the story of Manchester up to the present day).
Book Information
ISBN 9781859362396
Author Alan Kidd
Format Paperback
Page Count 128
Imprint Carnegie Publishing Ltd
Publisher Carnegie Publishing Ltd
About the Author
Alan Kidd is Professor Emeritus at Manchester Metropolitan University. He has published numerous articles and books on the history of Manchester (visit www.carnegiepublishing.com for our other titles and details of Alan's next book, which continues the story of Manchester up to the present day).
Book Information
ISBN 9781859362396
Author Alan Kidd
Format Paperback
Page Count 128
Imprint Carnegie Publishing Ltd
Publisher Carnegie Publishing Ltd
