A luminous register of north-east life and achievement. Portraits of men and times. Men Of Mark 'Twixt Tyne And Tweed (Volume II) is a British biographical collection that gathers vivid profiles of north east England figures, entrepreneurs, civic leaders and cultural figures whose lives illuminate nineteenth century Britain and the currents of Victorian era history. Part of a wider regional biography series, Richard Welford's approach balances anecdote, local record and measured commentary, making this notable Englishmen anthology both readable to curious general readers and useful as a historical reference book for scholars. The prose is compact and purposeful; the research anchors each portrait in context without academic fog, and the stories together map the social and economic rhythms of the era. Out of print for decades and now republished by Alpha Editions. Restored for today's and future generations. More than a reprint - a collector's item and a cultural treasure. As a genealogy research resource and an accessible volume for local history enthusiasts, this edition speaks to family historians tracing roots as well as academic history readers pursuing regional studies. Collectors of classic literature will appreciate a careful restoration, while casual readers will enjoy the human detail and brisk narrative of each life. Placed within the men of mark series and among richard welford works, this volume conserves a vital register of civic duty, commerce and character in the north-east. Beyond individual portraits, it functions as a sourcebook for nineteenth-century Britain, offering names, offices and social ties that repay close reading and archival enquiry. For anyone drawn to the texture of local history, for genealogy research, or for students seeking primary perspectives on Victorian era history, this is a compact, authoritative and eminently readable reference - a title to consult, collect and return to. A worthwhile addition to any historical collection.