Annie Gray
The Bookshop, The Draper, The Candlestick Maker: A History of the High Street
The Bookshop, The Draper, The Candlestick Maker: A History of the High Street
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Annie Gray's book explores the history of British high streets, from medieval marketplaces to modern concrete precincts, revealing how they have been playgrounds of personal indulgence and community spirit, or sites of contentious debate and politicking.
The Bookshop, The Draper, The Candlestick Maker is a rich, lively, and nostalgic sensory experience that illuminates and entertains, offering a reflection on how we shopped and lived in days gone by and what the future may bring.
Format: Hardback
Length: 416 pages
Publication date: 10 October 2024
Publisher: Profile Books Ltd
The Bookshop, The Draper, and The Candlestick Maker transport us back to medieval times in a vivid and nostalgic journey through history. Renowned food historian Lucy Worsley describes it as a "rich, lively, and nostalgia-provoking sensory experience" that captures the messy and bustling essence of human history. Annie Gray's captivating history of a British institution in crisis, published in The Times, illuminates and entertains. Tess Boase's review in The Daily Mail praises the book's "juicy sensory detail" and its ability to transport readers through the centuries. The book explores the evolution of high streets, from medieval marketplaces to modern concrete precincts, highlighting their significance as spaces for local life and culture. It delves into the history of various shops, from toyshops to brand-name stores, and offers insights into the changing consumer landscape. The Bookshop, The Draper, and The Candlestick Maker is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of shopping and the impact it has had on society. It reminds us of the importance of these public spaces in shaping our communities and our lives.
Weight: 658g
Dimension: 242 x 165 x 38 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781800812246
Edition number: Main
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