Liverpool in 50 Buildings - Softcover

Collard, Ian

Softcover

ISBN 10: 144565895X ISBN 13: 9781445658957

Publisher: Amberley Publishing, 2016

Synopsis

From its humble thirteenth-century origins, Liverpool grew rapidly to become the greatest port in the British Empire outside London, but by 1980 the city was seemingly in terminal decline: its population had more than halved, its infrastructure and economy were decaying, and its political leaders were leading the city towards complete collapse. Today though, Liverpool is experiencing a renaissance; it has one of the fastest-growing economies in Britain, it has been a European Capital of Culture and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Liverpool’s proud and distinctive identity is embodied in the buildings that have shaped the city. Liverpool in 50 Buildings explores the extraordinary history of this rich and vibrant community through a selection of its greatest architectural treasures. From the Royal Liver Building to the prestigious Oriel Chambers, and from the University of Liverpool to Speke Hall, this unique study celebrates the city’s architectural heritage in a new and accessible way. Well-known local author Ian Collard guides the reader on a tour of the city’s historic buildings and its modern architectural marvels.

About this title

About the Author:

Ian Collard a well-known local author and has written many books on ocean liners and cargo ships, particularly those sailing out of Liverpool itself. Acknowledged as one of the local experts, he has even appeared on radio to tell of his times as an author. He lives in the Wirral, within sight and sound of the Mersey.

About this edition

• Publisher: Amberley Publishing
• Publication date: 2016
• ISBN 10: 144565895X
• ISBN 13: 9781445658957
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 96