Celebrating Cambridge

Cambridge has a rich and distinctive identity, from its Roman occupation to its current status as a leading technology hub. The university was founded in 1209 and has nurtured many eminent scientists and mathematicians, as well as poets, philosophers, economists, musicians, and actors. The book looks back on royal visits, architecture, women at Cambridge, fairs, festivals, and music, and highlights the glorious botanic gardens, city squares, and peaceful commons where cattle graze. It is a valuable contribution to local history and will appeal to local residents, visitors, and those with links to the city.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 96 pages
Publication date: 15 October 2024
Publisher: Amberley Publishing

Cambridge, a city with a rich and distinctive identity, has a history that spans from its occupation by the Romans to its current status as one of the world's leading technology hubs. Founded on the banks of the River Granta (later the Cam), it enjoyed a flourishing river trade and was renowned for hosting one of the largest fairs in Europe. The university was founded in 1209 and has nurtured a remarkable number of eminent scientists and mathematicians, leaving a rich legacy of scientific breakthroughs and innovations. Distinguished poets, philosophers, economists, musicians, and actors have also honed their skills here. The book looks back on royal visits to the town, has chapters on architecture, women at Cambridge, fairs, festivals, and music, from Kings College Chapel to the Cambridge Folk Festival. A chapter on open spaces highlights the glorious botanic gardens, city squares, and peaceful commons where cattle graze. Cambridge is a city of unique beauty, intriguing history, and remarkable achievements, and this engaging book will be a valuable contribution to local history and will appeal to local residents, visitors, and all those with links to this vibrant and cultured city.

Weight: 307g
Dimension: 234 x 165 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781398116955