Blackpool in Old Photographs

by Catherine Rothwell

There can be no better example of Victorian enterprise than the amazing success story of Blackpool whose pioneering spirit embodied all the unflagging, indomitable confidence of that age. "He who dares wins." This was the watchword, and bold publicity coupled with diligent application of the town's motto "Progress" proved it to be true. There were great natural advantages--seven miles of flat, golden sands washed twice daily by no ordinary sea but...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0752449508
• ISBN13: 9780752449500
• Release Date: July 2009
• Publisher: History Press
• Length: 128 Pages
• Weight: 0.65 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.5" x 9.2"