Glasgow Street Names
Glasgow Street Names by Carol Foreman, published by Origin on May 18, 2023, is a 192-page exploration of the rich history embedded in the street names and districts of Glasgow. This informative book delves into the origins of various thoroughfares, tracing their roots back to pagan times and examining the influences that shaped the city long before it was officially recognized as such.
Readers will discover the stories behind notable streets and neighborhoods, including the Gorbals, the West End, and Anderston, as well as the significance of the River Clyde. This revised edition features updated information on city-center street names and is enhanced with over a hundred photographs and drawings, making it a valuable resource for those interested in the history of Glasgow. The book covers topics related to history, engineering, and travel maps, providing an engaging look at the city’s development through its street names.
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There is a story in the name of almost every street and district in Glasgow, with some tracing their origins to pagan times, long before Glasgow could even be called a city.
In this hugely informative and entertaining book, Carol Foreman not only investigates the influences and inspirations for many of the city’s most famous thoroughfares, but also considers the origins of particular districts, buildings and even the great River Clyde itself.
This revised edition includes new information on city-centre street names from the M8 to the north bank of the Clyde, to Glasgow Green and Bridgeton in the east and to Kingston Bridge in the west. Also included are the districts of the Gorbals, the West End and Anderston. Packed with fascinating information and enhanced with over a hundred photographs and drawings, Glasgow Street Names is an indispensable book which introduces the history of the city in an imaginative and accessible way.
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