Discovering Birmingham is the perfect guide to England's vibrant second city. From its beginnings as a medieval market town to its rise as a world centre of manufacturing, this book explores how Birmingham became a city of innovation, culture, and transformation.

Uncover the stories of industrial pioneers like Boulton and Watt, the impact of the Industrial Revolution, and the legacy of historic districts such as the Jewellery and Gun Quarters. Discover how Digbeth is evolving from an industrial hub into a creative centre for film and TV studios, including those behind Peaky Blinders.

Learn how Birmingham's extensive canal network is becoming an integral part of the modern city. Explore its diverse architecture, from grand Victorian Gothic to bold Brutalism. Public art plays a key role in telling the city's story, with sculptures and installations throughout its streets and squares. The city's has a thriving arts scene includes world-class museums, galleries, and live performances, with highlights such as the inaugural Birmingham Light Festival.

Packed with ideas for things to see and do, Discovering Birmingham also includes a detailed city centre map to help you explore with ease. Whether you're a visitor or a local, this book will deepen your appreciation of a city that is constantly reinventing itself.

Jonathan Berg is a photographer and author with a deep appreciation and understanding of Birmingham. Since moving to the city in 1978, he has combined a career in the NHS with and honorary appointments at the University of Birmingham with photography. His photographic exploration of Birmingham began in 1990, leading to thirteen books capturing its changing landscape in photos with an infromative accompanying text.

His first book, Positively Birmingham, became a popular coffee table title, running to five editions. More recently, he has explored the city's heritage through books such as Invention & Design: Elkington of Birmingham, which highlights Jewellery Quarter innovation, and Birmingham's Public Art, a striking visual guide to the city's sculptural and mural art.