Birmingham in 50 Buildings

Birmingham's history dates back to the Middle Ages, but only a few fragments of medieval Birmingham remain. The city expanded rapidly in the industrial age and was radically transformed by the bombing raids of the Second World War. Birmingham was a major center of manufacture and the home of the Arts and Crafts movement. Birmingham in 50 Buildings explores the city's history through a selection of its most interesting buildings and structures, from the earliest churches and dwellings to industrial architecture, Victorian religious and municipal structures, art deco cinemas, modernist high-rise blocks, and iconic shopping centers.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 96 pages
\n Publication date: 15 July 2021
\n Publisher: Amberley Publishing
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Birmingham's history extends far beyond the Middle Ages, but only a handful of remnants from that era remain, some of which have been relocated as the city expanded. During the industrial age, Birmingham experienced rapid growth, and although it retains numerous properties from the 18th and 19th centuries, it underwent a radical transformation following the bombings of the Second World War and the subsequent revitalization efforts by city planners. While some iconic buildings from the 1960s and 1970s, such as the Rotunda, have become symbols of the city, much of the mid-20th-century architecture, often characterized by its concrete brutalist style, has been replaced with newer structures like Beetham Tower and Birmingham Library. As England's second city, Birmingham played a significant role in manufacturing and continues to boast numerous buildings that stand as a testament to its past. Additionally, the city was the birthplace of the Arts and Crafts movement, which left an indelible mark on Birmingham's architectural heritage. Birmingham in 50 Buildings delves into the city's rich history by showcasing a selection of its most intriguing buildings and structures. It explores the earliest churches and dwellings, unique pieces of industrial architecture, the remarkable heritage of Victorian religious and municipal buildings, art deco cinemas, modernist high-rise blocks, and iconic shopping centers. This book appeals to both residents of Birmingham and those with an interest in the city's past.

\n Weight: 302g\n
Dimension: 165 x 234 x 12 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781398103115\n \n