A Tale of One City: the New Birmingham by Thomas Anderton

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Author Anderton, Thomas, 1836-1903
Title A Tale of One City: the New Birmingham
Papers Reprinted from the "Midland Counties Herald"
Credits Produced by Jonathan Ingram, Joris Van Dael and PG Distributed Proofreaders
Summary "A Tale of One City: the New Birmingham" by Thomas Anderton is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book explores the transformation of Birmingham into a thriving city, particularly focusing on municipal changes, urban development, and the social dynamics caused by the political influence of figures like Mr. Joseph Chamberlain. The opening of the work sets the stage for a detailed examination of Birmingham's evolution, capturing the contrast between its past and present. The author reflects on how the city has shed its former image as a mere "Hardware Village," now standing as a hub of commerce and governance. He discusses the advances in infrastructure prompted by the construction of railway stations and new streets, while also critiquing the earlier periods of stagnation in local governance. Through historical anecdotes and observations, the text presents a nuanced view of the challenges and achievements of Birmingham's growth—particularly emphasizing the pivotal role played by Mr. Chamberlain in steering the city towards modernization and prosperity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
Subject Birmingham (England)
Subject Birmingham (England) -- Social life and customs
Category Text
EBook-No. 11356
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 25, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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