02260cam a22003013u 4500 18821 UtSlPG 20260610133435.0 m cr n 260607r2006||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 DA Edwards, Eliezer, 1815-1891 Personal Recollections of Birmingham and Birmingham Men Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2006 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2006-07-13 Produced by Jonathan Ingram, Patricia Bennett and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net "Personal Recollections of Birmingham and Birmingham Men" by Eliezer Edwards is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The work presents personal observations and anecdotes about Birmingham and its notable citizens, chronicling the author's journey and experiences in the city during a time of significant change. The book offers a glimpse into the social and political climate of Birmingham, highlighting impactful events and individuals in the region's history. The opening of the book begins with the author describing a vivid autumn morning in 1837 as he embarks on a stagecoach journey from London to Birmingham. With detailed observations about the bustling scene around him, including the interactions among passengers, merchants, and the evolving landscape he passes through, Edwards captures the ambiance of early 19th century travel. Upon his arrival in Birmingham, he reflects on the town's history and its recent triumphs, including the passage of the Reform Bill in 1832, setting the stage for his personal recollections of the city's development and the characters who shaped its past. The rich historical context and personal narrative make for a compelling introduction to his experiences in Birmingham. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Birmingham (England) https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/18821 60207 60207