Gore's Directory Of Liverpool & Its Environs 1827

Gore's Directory of Liverpool & Its Environs 1827: A Time Capsule of Maritime Power

Imagine the roar of the docks, the clang of the shipbuilder’s hammer, and the hurried footsteps of merchants along cobbled streets. In 1827, Liverpool stood at the zenith of its global influence, a city of immense wealth, innovation, and character. Now, you can hold a key to that world.

This is an original edition of Gore's celebrated Directory, a definitive and meticulously crafted guide to the city and its surroundings at a pivotal moment in history. It is not merely a book; it is a portal to the Georgian era, offering an unparalleled, street-level view of a world on the cusp of the Victorian age.

For the Genealogist:
Trace your ancestors with precision. Pinpoint their exact address, discover their trade—were they a master mariner, a cotton broker, a dock labourer, or a shopkeeper?—and place them within the rich tapestry of their community. This directory provides the crucial names and locations that bring family trees to life.

For the Local & Social Historian:
Map the very anatomy of Liverpool. Chart the distribution of trades, from the opulent merchants of Rodney Street to the artisans in the bustling side streets. Uncover the city's power structure through its listings of officials and institutions. The period advertisements are a treasure trove, revealing the consumer desires, medical remedies, and technological marvels of the time