Pearse's Commercial Directory to Swansea and the Neighbourhood, for 1854
By Ebenezer Pearse
Length3h 44m
About this audiobook
Ebenezer Pearse's "Pearse's Commercial Directory to Swansea and the Neighbourhood, for 1854" offers a meticulously detailed snapshot of local commerce and industry during a transformative period in Victorian Wales. The directory is marked by its systematic organization, reflecting the burgeoning economic landscape and the social fabric of Swansea. Pearse employs clear, concise prose typical of mid-19th century commercial literature, embedding essential data concerning businesses, tradesmen, and service providers in the region. His approach situates the directory not only as a practical resource but also as a historical document that illuminates the complexities of urban life and economic interdependence in a rapidly industrializing society. Ebenezer Pearse was a local businessman and observer of the socio-economic dynamics of his time, which undoubtedly influenced his desire to compile this directory. His intimate knowledge of Swansea's commercial entities and his commitment to documenting regional commerce speak to his belief in the importance of local economies. Living through the age of industrial expansion, Pearse's insights were shaped by the dramatic changes occurring in Welsh society, further enriching the contextual significance of his work. I strongly recommend "Pearse's Commercial Directory to Swansea and the Neighbourhood, for 1854" to historians, scholars, and anyone interested in the evolution of local economies amid industrialization. This directory serves as a vital primary source in understanding the interplay between commerce, community, and culture in 19th-century Wales, making it an invaluable addition to the study of economic and social history.
Audiobook details
GenreBusiness and Economics
Length3 hrs 44 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateSep 16, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1SWANSEA.
26Baths.
2TO THE READER.
27Berlin Repository.
3PEARSE’S SWANSEA DIRECTORY; 1854.
28Blacksmiths.
4GOWER.
29Booksellers and Stationers.
5BLACKPILL, &C.
30Boot and Shoemakers.
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6LANDORE.
31Braziers.
7LANSAMLET.
32Brewers.
8MORRISTON.
33Brick and Tile Makers.
9KETHENDAPANDAY.
34Builders.
10WERN VADOG.
35Butchers.
11YNISTAWE.
36Cabinet Makers and Upholsterers.
12NEWTON.
37Carpenters and Joiners.
13NORTON.
38Carpet and Fringe Warehouse.
14OYSTERMOUTH.
39Carvers, Gilders and Picture Frame Makers.
15SKETTY.
40Chain Cable Makers, and Anchor Smiths.
16SWANSEA VALLEY.
41Chandler.
17Accountants.
42Chemists and Druggists.
18Agents—Ship & Commission, &c.
43China, Glass and Earthenware Dealers.
19Ale and Porter Merchants.
44Civil Engineers.
20Auctioneers & Appraisers.
45Coach Builders.
21Architects.
46Coal and Culm Proprietors and Merchants.
22Artists.
47Confectioners & Pastrycooks.
23Bakers and Flour Dealers.
48Consuls—Vice.
24Barristers.
49Contractors.
25Basket Makers.
50Coopers.
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