Having lived in Manchester in my formative years I longed for those days when it wasnt raining! And you could look up and take in the architecture and beauty of this great city. Its a real trip down memory lane seeing some of that beauty captured in this wonderful art. -- Mathew Horne, Actor (Gavin and Stacey, The Catherine Tate Show) The sheer variety of styles, media and approaches illustrated is positively inspiring, both to consider a visit, but also to get the materials out. * The Artist * Wonderful images that capture the industrial heart yet the vibrant soul of our beloved Manchester. -- Simon Gregson, Actor (Coronation Street) The latest in The City Through the Eyes of its Artists series of books takes us on a tour of the streets of Manchester via vibrant artwork reaching back to the city's rich industrial heritage and bringing us up to date with the modern scene...This is a real treat for city visitors. * Best of British Magazine * This wonderful book is a celebration of everything Manchester stands for in the arts our unique talent, culture, vibrancy and representation. -- Shobna Gulati, Actor (Coronation Street, Dinner Ladies) As an affectionate guide and souvenir, this volume is pretty much pitch perfect ... * Artbookreview.net * Just as Manchester does things differently, so does this book. It captures the character & uniqueness of Manchester through a variety of eyes. -- Cel Spellman, Actor and broadcaster (Cold Feet, CBBC) I love these wonderfully bold images of my home city, Manchester. They evoke both its towering industrial past and its vibrant, creative present. -- Paula Wilcox, Actor (The Liver Birds, Emmerdale, Coronation Street)
