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Birmingham Businesses
Women In Business
The Remarkable Story of John Baskerville and the Typeface That Changed the World
The Baskerville typeset is known around the world and a product of Birmingham's John Baskerville. He invested £600 (£100,000 today) into this project before he liked even a single letter. Historical fiction author, Sara Fox, explores more about this remarkable story of obsession which created another legacy for Birmingham.
May 147 min read
Eliza Tinsley - 'The Widow' A Black Country Empire Builder
Eliza Tinsley was a Black Country Victorian widow left with a choice. She chose to build her husband's business and created a local empire.
Apr 154 min read
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