Vectis's Directory Of The Isle Of Wight 1839

Vectis's Directory of the Isle of Wight 1839

Unlock the door to the Isle of Wight as it was in the early Victorian era. This is not just a book; it's a time capsule. Published in 1839, just two years after Queen Victoria ascended to the throne, this meticulously detailed directory offers an unparalleled snapshot of island life before the age of steam and mass tourism.

Whether you are tracing your family tree, researching local history, or simply fascinated by the past, this volume is an indispensable primary source. Walk the streets of Newport, Ryde, and Cowes in your imagination and discover the people, trades, and institutions that shaped the island.

Inside this fascinating historical record, you will find:

A Complete Residential Directory: An alphabetical list of the island's private residents, from gentry and professionals to tradesmen and their families.
A Classified Trade Directory: Find every blacksmith, grocer, innkeeper, and shipwright on the island. See the commercial network that sustained local communities.
Street-by-Street Listings: Detailed guides to the principal towns, showing who lived and worked in each house and street.
Official & Professional Information: Listings for local clergy, doctors, lawyers, bankers, and public officials.
Transport & Communication: Essential details on coaches, carriers, and the burgeoning steam packet services connecting the island to the mainland.
Historical & Topographical Information: A fascinating overview of the Isle of Wight's history, geography, and landmarks as understood in 1839.
This book is an essential resource for:

Genealogists: Trace ancestors and place them in their community and profession.
Local Historians: Understand the social and economic fabric of 19th-century Island towns and villages.
House Historians: Discover the previous occupants of your historic property.
Anyone with a love for the Isle of Wight's rich heritage.
Add this authentic and invaluable piece of Vectis's history to your collection and uncover the stories waiting to be told