Kelly's Directory Of London 1910

Kelly's Directory of London 1910

The Definitive Guide to the World's Greatest City on the Eve of a New Era

Imagine London in 1910. The air is thick with the promise of the new century, filled with the rumble of horse-drawn hansoms and the unfamiliar chug of the first motor cars. King Edward VII's reign is in its final year, and a city of immense contrast—of grand aristocratic squares and bustling impoverished markets—is at its zenith.

Now, you can hold that world in your hands.

This is not just a book; it is a time capsule. Kelly's Directory of London 1910 is an exhaustive and fascinating snapshot of the metropolis, meticulously compiled to be the essential resource for its inhabitants. Today, it stands as an indispensable primary source for anyone seeking to understand, research, or simply connect with the past.

Within these pages, you will discover:

A Complete Street Directory: A street-by-street, house-by-house listing of residents and businesses. Trace the footsteps of your ancestors or map the commercial landscape of a forgotten neighbourhood.
The Commercial Directory: An alphabetical listing of trades and professions, from "Accommodation Brokers" to "Zinc Workers." Find out who made the city's furniture, where the best tailors were located, and which companies powered the Empire's trade.
The Court Directory: An alphabetical list of private residents, their addresses, and their occupations—a goldmine for genealogists and family historians.
Official, Municipal, and Ecclesiastical Information: Details on government offices, public institutions, hospitals, police stations, places of worship, and transport links, providing a complete picture of the city's infrastructure.
Authentic Advertisements: Vivid period ads for everything from patent medicines and corsets to grand hotels and financial services, offering a unique and often charming insight into the aspirations and daily life of Edwardians.
Who is this for?

The Family Historian: Locate your London ancestors, discover their professions, and build a vivid picture of their lives.
The Local Historian: Reconstruct the social and commercial fabric of your area, street by street.
The Writer & Researcher: Add unparalleled authenticity to your historical novels, articles, or academic projects with real names, addresses, and businesses.
The Lover of London: Lose yourself in the intricate details of a city you thought you knew, and see its familiar streets through entirely new eyes