Pearse's Commercial Directory to Swansea and the Neighbourhood, for 1854

Ebenezer Pearse's 'Commercial Directory to Swansea and the Neighbourhood, for 1854' is a historical directory that offers a detailed guide to the residents, businesses, and public facilities of Swansea during the mid-19th century. Published in 1854, it highlights the town's economic landscape, particularly the booming coal and copper industries, and describes significant public buildings like the Guildhall and the Royal Institution of South Wales. The directory serves as a valuable resource for understanding the social and commercial dynamics of Swansea at a time of rapid growth and development, influenced by the arrival of the South Wales Railway.