{"product_id":"were-you-there-9781909360815","title":"Were You There?","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the rich history of Manchester's Free Trade Hall in \"Were You There?\" by Richard Lysons. Published in 2020, this captivating book spans 288 pages and delves into the evolution of one of Great Britain's most iconic music venues, which thrived from 1951 to 1996. Originally reconstructed after the Manchester Blitz, the Free Trade Hall became the esteemed home of the Hallé Orchestra, only to gain fame through its vibrant embrace of popular music. Lysons takes readers on a journey through the venue's storied past, highlighting its pivotal role in the rise of jazz, skiffle, rock 'n' roll, folk, prog, punk, and heavy metal. Whether you're a music enthusiast or an architecture aficionado, this book offers a compelling look at how the Free Trade Hall shaped the cultural landscape of Manchester and beyond. Don't miss the chance to explore this essential piece of music history!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Richard Lysons","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51333570068822,"sku":"9781909360815","price":103.0,"currency_code":"PLN","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0886\/3206\/6390\/files\/9781909360815.jpg?v=1758045316","url":"https:\/\/www.englishbook.pl\/products\/were-you-there-9781909360815","provider":"Bookshop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}