A-Z of Glasgow: Places-People-History

Glasgow was once the 'second city of the Empire, producing ships, locomotives, cars, and heavy engineering for the world. It is now a successful post-industrial city due to the 'Glasgows Miles Better campaign of the 1980s. Michael Meighan's A–Z of Glasgow explores the city's history, including its lesser-known nooks and crannies, and relates tales of interesting people and places.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 96 pages
Publication date: 15 February 2019
Publisher: Amberley Publishing

Glasgow, once known as the "second city of the Empire," was a hub of remarkable talent and cultural diversity. It boasted a thriving shipbuilding industry, produced world-class locomotives, cars, and heavy engineering, and served as a religious center with one of Scotland's earliest churches. The city was also a major center for the Virginia tobacco trade and attracted designers, architects, inventors, entrepreneurs, artists, and industrialists from around the globe. This diverse mix of individuals and their contributions resulted in a phenomenal growth in wealth and culture that left a lasting legacy of fine Victorian architecture. However, it was the city's post-war decline that led to the development of remote council estates.

Despite the challenges it faced, Glasgow has risen again and emerged as a successful post-industrial city. The 'Glasgows Miles Better campaign of the 1980s played a significant role in this transformation. The campaign aimed to revitalize the city and improve its image, and it achieved remarkable success. Glasgow has demonstrated an ability to look at the past and preserve the best of the old while producing some of the most startling modern architecture outside of London.

Well-known Glasgow author and historian Michael Meighan has authored a comprehensive A–Z guide to the city's history, exploring its lesser-known nooks and crannies. The book is fully illustrated with photographs from the past and present, making it an appealing read for both residents and visitors alike.

In conclusion, Glasgow's history is a testament to its resilience and ability to reinvent itself. From its humble beginnings as a religious center and a hub for the tobacco trade to its rise as a successful post-industrial city, Glasgow has a rich and fascinating past that continues to captivate people today. The A–Z of Glasgow by Michael Meighan provides a comprehensive and engaging exploration of the city's history, making it an invaluable resource for anyone interested in learning more about this remarkable city.

Weight: 284g
Dimension: 232 x 160 x 8 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781445681818