Celebrating Derby

Derby is a historic city with a rich heritage, including being the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution, the real ale capital of the world, and the home of Rolls-Royce. Its people have contributed to world-beating achievements, and the city has a proud history of artistic and cultural life. Celebrating Derby offers a positive insight into the city's heritage, events, and important moments, making it a valuable contribution to the history of the city and a source of memories for those who have known it well over the years.

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

Derby, a city steeped in history, has been variously described as the "crossroads of history," the "birthplace of the Industrial Revolution," the "real ale capital of the world," the "Jubilee City," and the "most haunted place in the country." It is a city that has played a significant role in the artistic and cultural life of the country, with notable figures such as Wright of Derby contributing to the Enlightenment. Derby's history dates back to the 18th century when it became an important railway-manufacturing center. In 1721, Britain's first factory was established in Derby, and in 1745, Derby became the southernmost point reached by Bonnie Prince Charlie in his attempt to overthrow King George II and seize the Crown. In the twentieth century, Derby became the home of Rolls-Royce, which has contributed to numerous world-beating achievements. However, Derby's greatest asset is its people. The inventiveness of individual engineers, artists, and scientists has been supported by the craftsmanship and skill of the workforce throughout its history. Celebrating Derby chronicles the proud heritage of this dynamic city, its important moments, and what draws so many to it today. Illustrated throughout, this fascinating book offers a marvellous and refreshingly positive insight into Derby's rich heritage, its special events, and important moments. This book will be a valuable contribution to the history of the city and provide a source of many memories to those who have known it well over the years.

Weight: 306g
Dimension: 164 x 232 x 10 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781398116566