The Illustrated History of Leeds Book

FOR this second edition of their acclaimed history of Leeds, Steven Burt and Kevin Grady have extensively revised their account of the 20th-century development of the city, in particular the dramatic changes that took place in the post-war years. The book provides a readable, authoritative account of the history of the city that will appeal to residents and visitors alike and will serve as an invaluable source of reference. Much new research has been included. The authors describe the growth of Leeds from a medieval village to the prosperous and dynamic modern city. They explain how it became an immensely successful cloth marketing town in the 17th and 18th centuries, then went on to become one of the greatest and most diverse of England's Victorian cities. They complete the story with a description of the rapid social and cultural changes that created the prosperous commercial capital that is Leeds today. The book is profusely illustrated with maps and plans and includes many previously unpublished photographs.Read More