This book examines the history of Boston in Lincolnshire as reflected in its buildings and townscape from medieval times to the present day. Boston has a position as an important market from medieval times and as a major port with links with Europe and America. The homes and warehouses of its citizens show the evidence of this. Boston’s religious and public buildings are discussed; and its physical expansion throughout the 19th and into the 20th century are examined. Other important influences on the town’s development include fen drainage; the role of agriculture and manufacturing; and transport links. Bringing the story up to date; problems created by the town’s remoteness from large centres of population; a low-wage agricultural economy and the impact of 1970s redevelopment are discussed; where they have affected the physical appearance of the town. A final chapter looks at how successful regeneration projects have been in Boston and how these can be built upon to promote a more prosperous future for the town that recognises the important role heritage can play in achieving it.
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2 of 3 people found the following review helpful. Wonderful!By Anna D. HuffBook came in excellent condition. I bought it for my grandmother for Christmas. She absolutely loved it. Great pictures!0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Excellent Book for History Lovers!By erinhunt01I purchased this book at Barnes and Noble years ago and lost it along the way. I was so happy to find out I can still find it on ! Excellent history and amazing before and after pictures! Growing up in Little Rock and now serving my city as a paramedic; its very cool to be able to see some of these historic places and learn about their history. Sometimes Ill be sitting in a parking lot in downtown wondering what used to be here. This book answers it for me every time! This is a must have on every Little Rock residents shelf.
