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Children's History of Chester

By Tony Pickford

How did a Roman fortress become Chester’s lively city, and what clues remain?

informative engaging local illustrated

Genres

Non-fiction History Travel

What is Children's History of Chester about?

Discover how Chester grew from a Roman fortress into the historic city we know today. This lively introduction explores the people, places and events that shaped Chester across the centuries, from Roman soldiers and medieval traders to Victorian builders and modern residents. Clear explanations, fascinating facts and a helpful timeline bring the city’s past to life, showing how its walls, streets, buildings and traditions still reveal clues about earlier times. A fascinating guide for young readers exploring Chester’s history.

Pages

32 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

This edition

2010

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