Explores the rich and fascinating history of Nottingham through an examination of some of its greatest architectural treasures.
From its status as a producer of the world-famous Nottingham lace to its current role as a vibrant university city and major centre of sport and culture in the East Midlands of England, Nottingham has a proud and distinctive identity. This extraordinary history is embodied in the buildings that have shaped the city.Nottingham in 50 Buildings explores the history of the city through a selection of its greatest architectural treasures, from the iconic neo-Baroque Council House to more recent additions such as the cutting-edge Nottingham Contemporary arts centre. Author and historian Ian D Rotherham celebrates Nottingham's architectural heritage in a new and accessible way as they guide the reader around the city's historic and modern buildings.
Professor Ian D. Rotherham, an international authority on cultural and historical aspects of landscapes, is Reader in Tourism & Environmental Change at Sheffield Hallam University. He works with the BBC Radio 4 History Programme, and has appeared in and advised on many documentaries and news programmes such as Panorama and Horizon.
