Gore's Directory Of Liverpool & Its Environs 1834

Step into the Liverpool of 1834. Imagine the cacophony of the bustling docks, the grandeur of the merchants' exchange, and the endless clatter of horse-drawn carts on cobblestone streets. At the zenith of its power as a global port, Liverpool was a city of immense wealth, stark contrasts, and relentless ambition. Now, you can hold its definitive guide in your hands.

Gore's Directory is more than a book; it's a comprehensive snapshot of a world on the cusp of the Victorian era. It is the ultimate primary source for anyone seeking to understand, research, or simply connect with the life of the city in this pivotal year.

Inside this invaluable volume, you will discover:

A Complete Street Directory: Walk down every major thoroughfare and hidden alley, seeing who lived where—from the wealthy merchant in his grand townhouse to the tradesman in his modest shop.
An Alphabetical List of Private Residents: The key to unlocking your family's past. Search for your ancestors by name to find their profession and exact address, placing them firmly in the fabric of the city.
A Classified Trades & Professions Directory: Need to find a shipwright, a ropemaker, a tea dealer, or a physician? This section provides a fascinating insight into the commercial and industrial engine room of 19th-century Liverpool.
Official & Municipal Information: Details on the city's governance, corporations, hospitals, schools, and public officials, providing crucial context for civic life.
Authentic Contemporary Advertisements: Be captivated by the elegant (and sometimes bizarre) ads of the day, promoting everything from patent medicines and shipping lines to the latest fashions and fine wines.
Who is this for?

The Family Historian: Trace your Liverpool ancestors, discover their occupations, and build a vivid picture of their daily lives.
The Local Historian: Research the history of your street, your building, or your local area, and understand its evolution over nearly 200 years.
The Social & Academic Researcher: Gain unparalleled access to data on urban development, class structure, commerce, and society in pre-Victorian Britain