The Development And Growth Of City Directories (1913)

By A.V. Williams

Book Overview

""The Development and Growth of City Directories"" is a historical book written by A.V. Williams in 1913. The book explores the evolution of city directories, which are comprehensive listings of residents, businesses, and organizations in a particular city or town. This book provides a detailed account of the origins of city directories, tracing their development from early handwritten lists to printed directories that are widely used today. The author also examines the growth and impact of city directories on urban life, discussing how they have played a crucial role in the development of local economies, social networks, and civic institutions. Williams provides a thorough analysis of the different types of city directories, their contents, and their uses. This book is a valuable resource for historians, sociologists, and anyone interested in the history of urban development and the role of information in shaping urban life. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the early history of city directories and their impact on society, and it remains an important reference for scholars and researchers today.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: 1166958574
• ISBN13: 9781166958572
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 158 Pages
• Weight: 0.48 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"