Books on Local History
Books
We hold a large collection of printed material about the City of Manchester and its region, although we mainly concentrate on the city itself. From its origins as a Roman settlement to the medieval market town, through its important role during the industrial revolution, its development as a transport centre and inland port, and its present status as a centre of cultural and sporting excellence, Manchester has always played an important role in the history of England. All aspects of its emergence into the great city that we know today are covered. You can search the library catalogue online.