Kelly's Directory Of Muswell Hill Bounds Green Fortis Green East Finchley 1912-1913

Kelly's Directory of Muswell Hill, Bounds Green, Fortis Green & East Finchley, 1912

Step back in time to the autumn of 1912, a world of horse-drawn carts, bustling high streets, and quiet suburban avenues on the cusp of the modern era. This is not just a book; it is a time capsule. The 1912 edition of Kelly's Directory is your key to unlocking the lives, homes, and businesses of the people who lived and worked in the vibrant districts of Muswell Hill, Bounds Green, Fortis Green, and East Finchley.

Imagine walking down your own street over a century ago. Who lived behind your front door? Was it a clerk heading to the City, a laundress taking in work, or a large family with several servants? This directory holds the answers.

What You'll Discover Within Its Pages:

A Residential Census: Meticulously compiled street-by-street listings of households, revealing the names of every head of the household and their profession. An indispensable tool for family historians and house researchers.
The Pulse of Commerce: Explore a complete commercial directory, from the local butcher and baker to the architect, the draper, and the coal merchant. See the advertisements that once captured the attention of Edwardian residents.
The Fabric of Society: Find the names and addresses of local gentry, councillors, clergy, doctors, and schoolmasters, providing a clear picture of the community's structure and its key figures.
A Glimpse into Daily Life: Practical information on post offices, cab ranks, carriers, and local transport connections that defined the rhythm of daily life in 1912.
Who Is This For?

Genealogists: Trace ancestors and build a richer picture of their lives and neighbourhoods.
Local Historians: Research the development of your area, its trades, and its social history.
Homeowners: Uncover the story of your house and its former inhabitants.
Writers & Researchers: Add authentic detail to stories set in Edwardian London.
This is more than a directory; it's a window into a bygone world. Add this essential piece of North London's history to your collection today.