** "The Manchester and Glasgow Road, Volume 2 (of 2)" by Charles G. Harper is a journey back in time to the early 1900s, when the road between Manchester and Glasgow was a lifeline of trade and stories. The account paints a vivid picture of a transforming Manchester, booming with textile factories and crowded marketplaces, a stark contrast to ancient towns molded into the modern city. It uncovers how this critical road fueled the movement of goods and people and the historical importance of key landmarks, setting the stage to discover the road's vital role across the country. **
The Manchester and Glasgow Road, Volume 2 (of 2) This Way to Gretna Green
By Charles G. (Charles George) Harper
** Venture into a bustling, industrial-era England, where roadways were lifelines and history unfolded with every mile traveled.
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About the AuthorCharles George Harper (1863–1943) was an English author and illustrator. Born in London, England, Harper wrote self-illustrated travel books, including those exploring the regions, roads, coastlines, literary connections, and old inns of Britain. In later life, he lived in Petersham.
Charles George Harper (1863–1943) was an English author and illustrator. Born in London, England, Harper wrote self-illustrated travel books, including those exploring the regions, roads, coastlines, literary connections, and old inns of Britain. In later life, he lived in Petersham.
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