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For decades, they have been the staples of Manchester's high streets. Found at the heart of communities, they are places where habits, loyalties and friendships have been forged across generations.
But, increasingly, such shops are disappearing as the face of our city continues to change before our eyes. While some continue to flourish, many have failed to stand the test of time.
Now, the lost independent shops of north Manchester are being celebrated in a new book. Titled 'Small Shops', it features a collection of rarely seen black and white photographs, taken by north Manchester resident and amateur
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