The Post Office Directory Of Birmingham 1878

Unlock the Secrets of Victorian Birmingham, 1878

The Definitive Guide to the People, Places, and Businesses of a World-Changing City.

Imagine the bustling, smoke-wreathed streets of Birmingham in 1878. The "Workshop of the World" is at the zenith of its power, a city of relentless innovation, industry, and immense social change. The clang of the forge and the rumble of the horse-drawn cart are the soundtrack to daily life.

Now, you can hold a key to that world in your hands.

The Post Office Directory of Birmingham 1878 is more than just a book; it's a historical fingerprint, a primary source document that offers an unfiltered snapshot of a single, pivotal year. This meticulously detailed facsimile is your personal portal to the Victorian era, allowing you to walk the streets of the past and meet the people who built a city.

Inside, you will discover:

A Comprehensive Alphabetical Directory: Find thousands of named residents, tradesmen, and professionals. Trace your ancestors, uncover their occupations, and piece together your family's story.
A Detailed Street-by-Street Guide: Explore Birmingham as it was. See who lived in each house, from the grand manufacturers to the corner shopkeepers, and understand the layout of the Victorian city.
An Invaluable Commercial & Trade Directory: Delve into the industrial heart of the city. Discover the sheer variety of businesses, from massive engineering works and pen manufacturers to bespoke jewellers, bakers, and bookbinders.
Official Information & Advertisements: Gain fascinating insight into the civic structure of the town with listings for officials, courts, churches, and public institutions. Plus, enjoy the charming and often elaborate period advertisements, revealing the products, services, and aspirations of the day.
The Perfect Resource For:

Genealogists & Family Historians tracing their Birmingham roots.
Local Historians & Researchers uncovering the city's rich past.
Writers & Novelists seeking authentic detail for their Victorian stories.
Anyone with a love for history and a connection to this great city.