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100 1 _aHarper, Charles G.
_q(Charles George),
_d1863-1943
245 1 4 _aThe Manchester and Glasgow Road, Volume 2 (of 2) :
_bThis Way to Gretna Green
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2018
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aIllustrated by the author.
500 _aRelease date is 2018-12-16
508 _aProduced by Chris Curnow, Susan Skinner,Brian Wilcox and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
520 _a"The Manchester and Glasgow Road, Volume 2 (of 2)" by Charles G. Harper is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work explores the roadway connecting Manchester and Glasgow, delving into not only the geographical aspects but also the rich historical, cultural, and industrial significance of the regions it traverses. The narrative is set in an era when Manchester was flourishing as a center of textile manufacturing and highlights the road's role in facilitating trade and the movement of goods and people. The beginning of this volume introduces readers to the bustling atmosphere of Manchester, emphasizing how the city has evolved into an industrial hub with its numerous warehouses and a vibrant marketplace. Harper contrasts the modern city's energy with its historical roots, mentioning how ancient towns were transformed into the urban landscape of his time. He sets the scene with rich descriptions of Manchester's architecture and its historical significance, touching on various landmarks and their stories. As the narrative unfolds, it hints at the evolution of travel and commerce in this key area of England, establishing a foundation for further exploration of the road's importance from Manchester to Glasgow. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aScotland -- Description and travel
653 _aEngland -- Description and travel
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/58482
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