Cardiff Then & Now (Then and Now) - Tapa dura

From the 1860s, residents of the town were commenting sadly on the rapid changes that were taking place, and at least one local artist found a ready market for his views of disappearing landmarks. What those long gone residents would think of the Cardiff of today one can only imagine. This compelling book doesn't contain any artist's impressions - things have moved along a bit since then - but a selection of fascinating old photographs paired with modern ones taken from the same spot as those photographers of a century or so ago. Many of Cardiff's landmark buildings have been demolished, luckily many also remain and are still recognisable. Younger readers will be able to visit places of entertainment, work and worship that their parents or grandparents have told them about, while for older readers it will be a real walk down Memory Lane.

Born and bred in Cardiff, author and freelance writer Brian Lee has published21 books on the history of Cardiff as well as numerous magazine and newspaper articles. Freelance motoring journalist Amanda Harveyis alsoCardiff born and bred. In this, her second title, she joins forces with her father and local historian Brian Lee in compiling "Cardiff Then & Now." Amanda is currently the features editor at "Minor Monthly," the best-selling international magazine for Morris Minor enthusiasts worldwide."