A House Through Time - David Olusoga & Melanie Backe-Hansen

In recent years, house histories have become the new frontier of popular, participatory history. Many people, having embarked upon genealogical research and uncovered family secrets, are now delving into the stories contained within the four walls of their homes, finding direct links to earlier generations. Ordinary homes, not grand public buildings or mansions, often hold the most intriguing stories. As with the television series, A House Through Time offers readers tools to explore the histories of their own homes, alongside a vividly readable history of British cities. It delves into the forces of industry, disease, mass transportation, crime, and class, tracing the often surprising journey a single house can take.