Georgian Liverpool

During the Georgian period, Liverpool experienced rapid growth as a major port for Atlantic trade, rivaling other cities in the UK outside London in prosperity and population. The city embarked on an ambitious building program to showcase its wealth and power, which resulted in a significant legacy of Georgian architecture. This book explores the Georgian buildings of Liverpool, including landmarks, public buildings, docks, commercial and industrial buildings, churches, squares, streets, terraces, and individual houses. It also covers Georgian buildings that are no longer standing, providing a fascinating exploration of Liverpool's Georgian heritage.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 96 pages
Publication date: 15 July 2023
Publisher: Amberley Publishing

Liverpool experienced remarkable growth during the Georgian period, owing to its status as a prominent port for Atlantic trade, surpassing all other cities in the UK outside London in terms of prosperity and population. As a testament to its newfound wealth and power, the city embarked on an ambitious building program during the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries. While some of these buildings have been lost over time, a significant portion of Georgian Liverpool still stands today. The legacy of the Georgian town planners and the magnificent structures they left behind is an integral part of the city's heritage.

In his book, author Hugh Hollinghurst delves into the architectural wonders of Liverpool during the Georgian era. Beyond the well-known landmarks and public buildings, he explores a wealth of docks, commercial and industrial buildings, churches, squares, streets, terraces, and individual houses that have survived from that time. The author also provides a comprehensive account of Georgian buildings in Liverpool that no longer stand, encompassing a range of dock and mercantile structures, lost public structures, leisure and entertainment venues, and churches.

Illustrated throughout, this book offers a captivating exploration of Liverpool's Georgian heritage for anyone interested in the history of this city. It serves as a valuable resource for historians, architectural enthusiasts, and anyone seeking to appreciate the rich architectural heritage of Liverpool during this period.

Weight: 276g
Dimension: 165 x 234 x 14 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781398110632