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Tracing Your Glasgow Ancestors (Paperback) by Ian Maxwell
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"Tracing Your Glasgow Ancestors" by Ian Maxwell is a comprehensive guide designed for family and local historians eager to explore the rich and complex history of Glasgow and its people. This paperback is part of the Tracing Your Ancestors series published by Pen & Sword.
The book delves into Glasgow’s transformation from a modest cathedral town into a bustling, cosmopolitan city, driven by industries such as tobacco, shipping, manufacturing, and trade. Maxwell paints a vivid picture of the lives of Glasgow’s inhabitants—both affluent and impoverished—highlighting their living conditions, health challenges, religious influences, and the impact of migration and education.
A key strength of the book is its focus on the diverse communities that have shaped Glasgow, including Irish and Highland migrants, Quakers, Jews, Italians, and more recent arrivals from the Caribbean, South Asia, and China. It also provides practical guidance on where to find historical records and resources, making it an invaluable tool for anyone tracing their roots in Glasgow.
ISBN : 9781473867215