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100 1 _aPye, Charles,
_d1777-1864
245 1 2 _aA Description of Modern Birmingham :
_bWhereunto Are Annexed Observations Made during an Excursion Round the Town, in the Summer of 1818, Including Warwick and Leamington
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2004
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2004-03-01
508 _aProduced by Jonathan Ingram, Bradley Norton and PG Distributed Proofreaders
520 _a"A Description of Modern Birmingham" by Charles Pye is a historical account likely written in the early 19th century. This work serves as a detailed portrayal of Birmingham during a time of industrial growth, surveying its geography, public institutions, and social life through the author’s observations made during an excursion in 1818. Pye's intent appears to be to highlight the town's significant role in manufacturing and the advantages it offers to its inhabitants, such as pure air and water, which were essentials during this period of urbanization. The opening of the narrative provides a comprehensive overview of Birmingham's industrial environment, celebrating its evolution into a hub of innovation and commerce. Pye discusses the town's geography, emphasizing its salubrity, and offers a glimpse into its public institutions and the thriving manufacturing scene. He chronicles the efforts of notable figures, such as Matthew Boulton, in mentoring local artisans and fostering industry. Furthermore, Pye articulates the local infrastructure, including its canals and relationship with surrounding areas, and reflects on the social welfare mechanisms in place for the community's welfare. This opening sets the stage for a thorough exploration of a pivotal time in Birmingham's history, promising readers insights into a rapidly changing urban landscape. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aBirmingham (England) -- Description and travel
653 _aWarwick (England) -- Description and travel
653 _aLeamington (England) -- Description and travel
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/11416
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