Exeter has long been an important city in Devon, centred around its
mediaeval cathedral. Much of the historic city centre was lost during
the Second World War and subsequent redevelopment but some scenes of
Exeter from the past would be still recognisable today. Historic
buildings stand next to redeveloped commercial centres but many
landmarks of old Exeter were lost and even the street plan was altered
in places. In Exeter The Postcard Collection the author has drawn on a
remarkable selection of old postcards to give a pictorial record of life
in Exeter in the past. Although some of the historical Exeter seen in
these views has been lost, many landmarks have remained and will be
familiar today. The postcards show the changes Exeter's fabric and its
community adapting and changing over the course of this period. This
fascinating collection of images will be of interest to those who have
lived in Exeter or know it well.