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Sto caricando le informazioni... Victorian Dublin Revealed: The Remarkable Legacy of Nineteenth-Century Dublindi Michael B. Barry
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During Queen Victoria's reign, in the years between 1837 and 1901, Dublin experienced great change. It slipped from its position as second city of the Empire, while at the same time it developed as Ireland's administrative and commercial centre. The advent of the railway and steam-ship resulted in Dublin becoming Ireland's transport hub. However, improved cross-channel communications resulted in stiff competition for Dublin's industries. Catholic Emancipation, coupled with a rise in nationalism, had a unique effect on Dublin's growth. Suburbs developed around the city, catering for the needs of the mainly Protestant middle class, which fled the declining city centre. Catholicism proclaimed itself through the construction of assertive new churches in prominent locations. Many Dubliners live and work in Victorian buildings of which there is a stunning range throughout the city. In this absorbing new book, Michael Barry has captured the essence of Victorian Dublin: its houses, churches, s... Non sono state trovate descrizioni di biblioteche |
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Google Books — Sto caricando le informazioni... GeneriSistema Decimale Melvil (DDC)941.835History and Geography Europe British Isles Leinster Dublin County DublinClassificazione LCVotoMedia:
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