The Post Office Directory Of Bath 1864-1865

Step Through the Doorway into Victorian Bath: The Post Office Directory 1864-1865

Imagine the gaslit streets of Bath, the clatter of horse-drawn carriages on the cobbles, and the murmur of promenaders in Milsom Street. Now, you can walk those streets alongside your ancestors and explore the city as it truly was.

This is not just a book; it is a time capsule. The Post Office Directory of Bath for 1864-1865 is an indispensable key that unlocks the world of mid-Victorian England. Within its pages, you will find a complete and fascinating snapshot of the city's life, its people, and its commerce, preserved for you to discover over 160 years later.

Inside this invaluable volume, you will find:

A Complete Alphabetical List of Residents: Find your ancestors by name, discovering their professions and their exact home addresses.
A Comprehensive Street Directory: Walk down every street in Bath, from the grand Royal Crescent to the hidden courtyards, and see who lived in each house.
A Classified Commercial Directory: Explore the bustling heart of Bath's economy. Find every grocer, draper, solicitor, hotel, and artisan, providing a detailed picture of the city's trade.
Official & Professional Listings: A directory of the city's great and good—from the Mayor and corporation members to the clergy, doctors, and bankers who shaped society.
Authentic Victorian Advertisements: A treasure trove of period charm! Browse the ads for "miracle cures," the latest fashions, and essential services, offering a unique and often amusing insight into the priorities and persuasions of the age.
Who is this for?

Family Historians: Trace your Bath-based family, build your tree, and understand the world your ancestors inhabited.
Local Historians: Map the social and commercial landscape of Bath, research the history of your house or street, and uncover forgotten stories.
Writers & Researchers: Add authentic, richly-detailed context to novels, articles, or academic work set in Victorian England.
Lovers of Bath: For anyone with a passion for this iconic city, this directory offers a unique and tangible connection to its past.
More than a dry list of names, this directory is a living portrait of a city. It is the story of the shopkeepers, the servants, the professionals, and the gentry who together created the fabric of daily life in 1860s Bath.