A Concise History of West Derby - Paperback

by Herbert MacKenzie (Author), Neil MacKenzie (Author)

A concise but lively and entertaining history of West Derby, Liverpool, containing the story of a settlement that developed into an important village before becoming a district of Liverpool.But for hundreds of years West Derby was of considerably more significance than its then small and unimportant neighbour, Liverpool.The history includes some little known information and the story of the West Derby ghost. The period covered dates from the earliest times to the mid-twentieth century. Interesting facts and lively anecdotes all form part of the story that will fascinate anyone living in West Derby or with an interest in this area.