Recollections of Old Liverpool

By James Stonehouse

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

Step back in time and experience Liverpool through the eyes of a man recalling his youthful days of ships, harsh punishments, and a rapidly transforming city.

Genres

History - British History - General

Released

2007-05-05

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Summary

"Recollections of Old Liverpool" by James Stonehouse is a journey through the memories of a ninety-three-year-old man as he remembers his early life in Liverpool, sharing stories from when his father launched a ship to how harsh punishments were handed out. Through his stories, you see the city changing, growing richer, and leaving behind old traditions, with the author giving a first-hand account of what Liverpool was like in his youth, mixing personal feelings and historical events to give readers an idea of the environment and society of the time. The book unfolds as stories, mixing personal memories with details about the city's culture and history.