Spalding's Directory Of Cambridge 1913

Spalding's Official Directory for 1913

Imagine Cambridge in the long, golden summer of 1913. It is a world of horse-drawn carts and the first rumbling motor cars, of gaslit streets and academic gowns, a city standing on the precipice of a new era. This is the world captured in exquisite detail within the pages of Spalding's Directory.

More than just a book of names and addresses, this volume is a time capsule. It is a key that unlocks the doors of the past, allowing you to walk the cobbled streets of Edwardian Cambridge and meet the people who lived and worked there.

Within this treasure trove of local history, you will discover:

The Street Directory: A meticulous, street-by-street census of the city. Find out who lived in your house, who your neighbours were, and the trades they practiced.
The Commercial Directory: From Academics and Bookbinders to Tailors and Wine Merchants, explore the vibrant commercial life of the city. A fascinating insight into the goods and services available over a century ago.
The Court Directory: An alphabetical listing of private residents, gentry, and prominent citizens, perfect for family history research.
Official Information: Detailed listings of civic corporations, university officials, clergy, doctors, and other public figures who shaped the city.
Authentic Advertisements: A captivating collection of contemporary advertisements, promoting everything from local breweries to corsetry, offering a unique glimpse into the tastes and trends of the day.
An Indispensable Resource For:

Genealogists tracing their Cambridge ancestors.
House Historians uncovering the story of a property.
Social Historians studying the Edwardian period