Glasgow men and women, their children, and some strangers within their gates

A lively tableau of late‑Victorian Glasgow unfolds in this charming collection of sketches, capturing the city’s streets, institutions and personalities before the glow of electric lamps and modern conveniences. Through witty, snapshot‑like vignettes, the book paints bustling scenes—from university ceremonies and municipal celebrations to seaside outings and bustling bazaars—while introducing readers to the everyday men, women, children and curious strangers who animated the town.

The tone is warm and good‑humoured, reflecting the easy‑going spirit of a community proud of its heritage yet unpretentious in its self‑perception. By drawing on the familiar pages of a historic local paper, the author offers a nostalgic glimpse into a Glasgow that thrived on social clubs, artistic gatherings and civic pride, making ordinary moments feel both vivid and memorable. Listeners will find themselves strolling through cobbled lanes, hearing laughter from a jubilee ball, and feeling the pulse of a city that, though long changed, remains alive in these affectionate portraits.