- Paperback: 159 pages
- Publisher: The History Press Ltd (23 Oct 2003)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0750936789
- ISBN-13: 978-0750936781
- Product Dimensions: 24.2 x 16.8 x 1 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 494,122 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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West Bromwich was a sparsely populated rural settlement during the 18th century, with the area currently occupied by the High Street (from Dartmouth Square to Carters Green) being little more than open heathland. The famous "golden mile" High Street, which evolved around 150 years ago, has changed in character quite dramatically within living memory, as indeed have many of the surrounding districts of the town. Most people will have treasured memories of long-gone delights such as Trows Ice-Cream parlour, Chads Fish & Chips, the Adelphi Ballroom and, of course, the luxurious Tower Cinema with its double seats - specially designed for courting couples. These changes and the social activities of local people in all parts of the borough during the last century are nostalgically recalled here in a collection of over 300 photographs compiled by Terry Price - the majority of the material originating from his own and private collections.
About the Author
Terry Price is a West Bromwich born author and historian. This is his third book for Sutton Publishing, having already two titles on neighbouring Great Bridge to his credit.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Wonderfully illustrated book,
a must have, for anyone from,
or interested in this town
a must have, for anyone from,
or interested in this town
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
There is historical value per se in this book, but those who will be most interested will be those who grew up in West Bromwich. The book is helpfully divided by area, and covers quite a broad sweep geographically. I really enjoyed seeing old photographs of the area I grew up in (Oak Road, Lodge Estate School), and where my Mother did (Hill Top).
Highly recommended for Yammers.
Highly recommended for Yammers.
Format:Paperback
I grew up in West Brom the old photos brought back many happy memories of my childhood.
If you are like me this book is for you
If you are like me this book is for you
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