The Post Office Directory Of Edinburgh & Leith 1905-1906

The Post Office Directory 1905-1906

Imagine the clatter of horse-drawn carts on the Royal Mile, the cry of newsboys echoing down Princes Street, and the bustling energy of the Port of Leith. Your ancestors were there. Now, you can walk in their footsteps.

The Post Office Directory of Edinburgh & Leith for 1905-1906 is more than a book; it's a time machine. It offers a captivating snapshot of life in the Edwardian era, a period of great change and prosperity, and provides the crucial details that bring your family tree to life.

Why This Directory is an Indispensable Tool for Your Research:

Pinpoint Your Family's Place in Time: Move beyond the census. This directory fills the ten-year gap between 1901 and 1911, revealing where your family lived and worked in this specific period. Did they move? Did a child leave home? Find out here.
Discover More Than Just a Name: Find your ancestor listed with their full name, occupation, and street address. Were they a 'writer' (lawyer) in the New Town, a 'journeyman baker' in the Old Town, or a 'shipwright' in Leith? These details add rich colour to their story.
Reconstruct Their World: The street-by-street directory allows you to explore their entire neighbourhood. Who were their neighbours? Was the local grocer, doctor, or minister living just a few doors away? This context is invaluable for understanding their daily lives and community connections.
Uncover Family Enterprises: The Commercial and Trades section is a treasure trove for finding family businesses. See your ancestor’s trade listed and even discover original advertisements for their shop or workshop, giving you a direct connection to their livelihood.
Comprehensive Coverage: This volume includes both the city of Edinburgh and the historically separate burgh of Leith, doubling your research potential and ensuring you don’t miss a branch of the family tree.
Who is this for?

Genealogists tracing Scottish family lines.
Local Historians researching Edwardian Edinburgh and Leith.
Writers and Novelists seeking authentic historical details.
Anyone with a love for the rich history of Scotland's capital.
Don't let your ancestors' stories remain hidden in the past. Add this essential volume to your genealogical library today and journey back to the heart of your family's history.

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