The Norwich Directory; or, Gentlemen and Tradesmen's Assistant [1783]

"The Norwich Directory; or, Gentlemen and Tradesmen's Assistant" by William Chase is a helpful guide from the 1700s for people living in Norwich. It's like a phone book, listing people's names, where they live, and what jobs they do, giving important information all in one book. The directory starts by explaining why it's important to have everything organized in one place, so it's easier to find people and businesses in a growing city. It also talks about how things could be better in Norwich, like making roads and services easier to use, adding to its importance in describing city improvements.