Cabbagetown: The Story of a Victorian Neighbourhood (Lorimer Illustrated History) - Hardcover

Coopersmith, Penina

9781550285796: Cabbagetown: The Story of a Victorian Neighbourhood (Lorimer Illustrated History)

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1550285793 ISBN 13: 9781550285796

Publisher: Lorimer, 1998

Cabbagetown is one of Toronto's most vibrant downtown neighbourhoods: tiny workers' cottages stand cheek-by-jowl with grand Victorian homes; it has parks, gardens, theatres, a working farm, and a main street that boasts an eclectic mix of pleasant shops and restaurants.

This beautifully illustrated book captures the highlights of Cabbagetown's lively history. Penina Coopersmith traces Cabbagetown's origins in the eighteenth century, growth in the Victorian era, decline in the thirties, and renaissance today. Also included are two walking tours that highlight historic and contemporary buildings and sites.

Lively and informative, Cabbagetown: The Story of a Victorian Neighbourhood offers residents and visitors alike a fascinating portrait of one of Toronto's most interesting neighbourhoods.

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About the Author:

PENINA COOPERSMITH is a longtime Toronto resident who works as a writer, lecturer, broadcaster and editor.

Review:

"This valuable contribution to Toronto's history features walking tours that will be welcomed by those wishing to explore the city's social and architectural past." (Julie Rekai Rickerd Canadian Book Review Annual)

"An informative, enjoyable and easy read as well as a prized picture book...kudos to the author and photographer for a labour of love!" (Teresa Mellors etc...new)

"Renovating couples inclined to the Victorian may pounce on Penina Coopersmith's Cabbagetown: The Story of a Victorian Neighbourhood." (Dan Smith Toronto Star)

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