The Making of Lancaster by George Howson

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Towards the end of the eighteenth century Lancaster stood on the brink of great change. During one of the most tumultuous, terrifying and important periods in British history, the city experienced rapid boom, followed by equally rapid decline. This book focuses on the unique experience of people in the city of Lancaster during the Napoleonic wars.

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The Making of Lancaster by George Howson

Towards the end of the eighteenth century Lancaster stood on the brink of great change. During one of the most tumultuous, terrifying and important periods in British history, the city experienced rapid boom, followed by equally rapid decline. This book focuses on the unique experience of people in the city of Lancaster during the Napoleonic wars.
George Howson was born and bred in the city, where he practised as a solicitor for many years, before becoming Coroner for North Lancashire until retirement in 2002. He has a diploma in Local History and an MA in Social History from Lancaster University.
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ISBN 13 9781874181446
ISBN 10 1874181446
Title The Making of Lancaster
Author George Howson
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Carnegie Publishing Ltd
Year published 2008-11-06
Number of pages 168
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.