A-Z of Leeds: Places-People-History
Sep 2019 · Amberley Publishing Limited
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Leeds is a city of great history and heritage. From its beginnings as a religious and agricultural centre in the Middle Ages to its twenty-first-century status as one of the UK’s leading digital and information technology hubs, it has always been at the forefront of progress in the UK. A–Z of Leeds delves into the history of this city in Yorkshire. It highlights well-known landmarks, famous residents and digs beneath the surface to uncover some of the lesser-known facts about Leeds and its hidden gems. Significant moments in its history are covered as well as its notable sons and daughters, major industries that have shaped the city from the start to today, education, culture, sport, famous pubs and hotels, the impact of two world wars and a look at the diverse Leeds of the twenty-first century. This fascinating A–Z tour of Leeds’ history is fully illustrated and will appeal to all those with an interest in this city in Yorkshire.
About the author
Paul Chrystal was educated at the Universities of Hull and Southampton where he took degrees in Classics and wrote his MPhil thesis on attitudes to women in Roman love poetry. He appears regularly on BBC local radio the World Service as well as publishing features for national newspapers and history magazines. He has been history advisor for a number of York tourist attractions and is the author of many books on a wide range of subjects, including histories of northern places focussing on Yorkshire, social histories of tea, chocolate and confectionery and various aspects of classical literature and Roman history. Paul lives near York and is married with three grown up children.
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