Glasgow has a long and rich history and the buildings housed within this
architecturally impressive city tell its tale accordingly, from its
sixth-century origins, to its current role as a vibrant and cosmopolitan
centre of new industry and education. Glasgow in 50 Buildings explores
the history of this wonderful city by presenting a selection of its
greatest architectural treasures. From the medieval Provand's Lordship
to the contemporary Riverside Museum, this unique study celebrates
Glasgow's architectural heritage in a new and accessible way. Historian
Michael Meighan guides the reader on a tour of the city's historic
buildings and modern structural marvels. The churches, theatres,
commercial and public edifices of Glasgow's rich industrial heritage are
presented alongside the innovative buildings of a twenty-first-century
city. Images are arranged chronologically to tell the story of Glasgow's
development through its most significant buildings. A specially designed
map appears at the beginning of the volume to show where each building
is located and the text is illustrated with colour photographs and
archival images, showcasing the best of Glasgow's heritage in fifty
buildings.
