This fascinating collection of more than 180 old photographs traces some of the many ways in which Longton has changed and developed over the last hundred years. All aspects of everyday life are recorded here, from shops and businesses, churches and schools, to images of work and leisure, day trips and days off. The landscapes and landmarks of the town and its surrounding areas are captured in this valuable historical record of life in Longton as it used to be. Compiled by the author of Tunstall, another component town of Stoke-on-Trent, Longton will reawaken nostalgic memories for many, while offering a unique glimpse of the past for others.