Kelly's Directory Of London Northern Suburbs 1896

Kelly's Directory of London's Northern Suburbs, 1896

The year is 1896. The gaslamps are being lit along the bustling new streets of North London, and the clatter of horse-drawn carriages fills the air. This was a world on the cusp of the modern era, and its story is captured in exquisite detail within the pages of this essential directory.

More than just a list of names, Kelly's Directory is your key to unlocking the world your ancestors knew. For the family historian, it’s the breakthrough you’ve been waiting for. For the local history enthusiast, it’s a vivid portrait of a community in transition.

What You'll Discover Inside:

Comprehensive Resident Lists: Find your ancestors by name, pinpointing their exact address and often their occupation or social standing.
Street-by-Street Directories: Walk down a virtual Victorian street and see who lived next door. Perfect for house historians or for understanding the social fabric of a neighbourhood.
Classified Commercial Directories: Explore the thriving local economy. Who was the baker on Hornsey Road? Where was the nearest draper in Hampstead? Find the blacksmiths, innkeepers, and merchants who served the community.
Official Information & Institutions: Discover the local council officials, clergy, doctors, and schoolmasters who shaped daily life.
Authentic Victorian Advertisements: Be captivated by period advertisements for everything from patent medicines to the latest fashions, offering a fascinating glimpse into the aspirations and daily concerns of the time.
An Indispensable Resource For:

Genealogists: Trace family lines, break down brick walls, and add rich context to your family tree.
Local & House Historians: Research the history of your village, street, or home and its former inhabitants.
Social Historians & Writers: Gain authentic, primary-source insight into the social structure, commerce, and language of late-Victorian England.