Glasgow: A Portrait

by RoyFirth (Author)

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  Hardcover
  2005

  $6.71

  Glasgow: A Portrait is a stunning visual journey through the ancient Scottish city at the start of the 21 first century. From Saint Mungo's smallholding to Second City of the Empire, the city of Glasgow has constantly reinvented itself. Now this multicultural city moves into the vibrant 21st century with an ancient heart and a spectacular skyline. Roy Firth's journey through the history, landscape and architecture of the city is illustrated with his breathtaking portraits of the city's most famous - and hidden - landmarks, Each picture is accompanied with some background history. Includes portraits of: Glasgow Art School, Bontanic Gardens, Gallery of Modern Art, Pollok House, Necropolis, Glasgow Cathedral, Buchanan Galleries, Provand's Lordship, Antonine Wall, Burns Cottage, Dumbarton Castle, Haggs Castle, Paisley Abbey, Ibrox and Parkhead Statiums, House for an Art Lover and many more.