Old Leeds: Its Byegones And Celebrities (1868)

By D.H. Atkinson

Book Overview

Old Leeds: Its Byegones And Celebrities is a historical book written by D. H. Atkinson and published in 1868. The book provides a detailed account of the city of Leeds in the past, highlighting its rich history, culture, and prominent personalities. It covers various aspects of life in the city, including its architecture, commerce, education, and politics. The book also explores the lives of some of the most notable figures in Leeds' history, such as John Harrison, the inventor of the marine chronometer, and Joseph Priestley, the renowned scientist and theologian. Through its engaging narrative and vivid descriptions, Old Leeds: Its Byegones And Celebrities offers readers a fascinating glimpse into the city's past and its enduring legacy.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1120661358
• ISBN13: 9781120661357
• Release Date: November 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 172 Pages
• Weight: 0.52 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"