Norwich Books

This book provides the first authoritative single-volume account of the rich and fascinating history of Norwich.

A collection of stories about some of the people who have helped to shape Norwich - including philanthropic industrialists such as J. J. Colman, notorious murderers such as William Sheward, and 'characters' such as Billy Bluelight, as well as stars in sport, art, music and literature.Add in the nation's greatest maritime hero and its World War I heroine, the chilling stories of martyrs and the man who tried to get 'all bond men made free', and the uplifting stories of people who really made a difference, and you get a fascinating mix of what made Norwich tick over the last thousand years.Bringing together countless memorable tales, this book would be a wonderful read for local history enthusiasts and residents of Norwich alike.

A fresh look at the history of Norwich that uses the streets of the old city as its starting point. If you've ever wondered how the streets of the old city got their names, and how they grew up and developed over the years, then you will find that information here, along with countless other fascinating details about the businesses and people that shaped the life of the city, the dramatic events that took place on Norwich's streets throughout history, and the many attractive and interesting buildings that line the highways and byways of the streets within the Inner Ring Road.

The streets of Norwich, enclosed in Medieval Walls, are steeped in history. Some carry the name of ancient inns, many are a reminder of prominent citizens and others reflect the occupation of the residents. This book has over 110 photographs and examines the way in which the street names of Norwich reflect its fortunes and misfortunes.