By the 19th century, the volume of trade passing through Liverpool was
bringing massive wealth to the city. Major buildings constructed in the
city in this century reflected this wealth. At the same time, many
buildings were also catering for the flood of people coming into
Liverpool from around the world. In this book local author Hugh
Hollinghurst celebrates the Victorian heritage of Liverpool, through its
buildings. Although some of these buildings have been lost today, much
of Victorian Liverpool remains and is a vital part of the city. As well
as well-known landmarks and public buildings, there are buildings in the
docks, warehouses, commercial and industrial buildings, banks, shipping
company headquarters, insurance offices, churches, hospitals, gaols,
courts, railway lines and stations, museums, libraries and university
buildings, waterworks, missions, parks and gardens and individual houses
from that era. The author also covers Victorian buildings in Liverpool
that are no longer standing. The book is illustrated throughout. All
those interested in the history of Liverpool will find this a
fascinating exploration of the Victorian heritage of this city.
