Slater's Directory Of Manchester & Salford 1876

Step Back into the Heart of Victorian 'Cottonopolis': Slater's Directory of Manchester & Salford 1876

Imagine the clang of the foundry, the rustle of cotton bales, and the ceaseless rumble of horse-drawn traffic on cobblestone streets. The year is 1876. Manchester, the powerhouse of the British Empire, is at its zenith. Now, you can hold a key to this world in your hands.

Slater's Directory is more than a book; it's a time machine. This meticulously detailed facsimile of the 1876 edition is an indispensable primary source for anyone passionate about the history of Manchester and Salford. It offers a vivid, street-level snapshot of life at the very height of the Industrial Revolution.

Who will find this directory invaluable?

Family Historians & Genealogists: Trace your ancestors, discover their occupations, pinpoint their exact address, and build a picture of their daily lives.
Local Historians: Uncover the forgotten businesses, map the city's development, and understand the social and commercial fabric of Victorian Manchester.
Academics & Authors: A rich, authentic resource for research into urban history, commerce, and society in the late 19th century.
Anyone with a love for the past: Explore the names and places that shaped one of the world's most iconic cities.
Discover Inside:

Comprehensive Residents' List: An alphabetical directory of private citizens, tradesmen, and professionals, complete with their occupations and addresses.
Classified Commercial Directory: Find every type of business, from cotton merchants and engineers to innkeepers and drapers. See who was trading and where.
A Complete Street Directory: A street-by-street guide listing the head of each household, allowing you to walk the Victorian streets from your armchair.
Civic & Institutional Information: Details of local officials, clergy, doctors, lawyers, schools, and public institutions.
Fascinating Advertisements: A gallery of authentic Victorian commerce, showcasing the products, services, and graphic design of the era.
This is not just a list of names; it's the social and commercial DNA of Manchester and Salford in 1876. Add this cornerstone of local history to your collection and unlock the secrets of the past