Manchester

Table of Contents

Introduction
Physical and human geography
- The landscape
  - The city site
  - Climate
  - Architecture and the face of the city
- The people
- The economy
  - Industry
  - Trade and transportation
- Administration and social conditions
  - Government
  - Education and social services
- Cultural life
History
- Early settlement and medieval growth
- Evolution of the modern city

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