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Life's still miles better in the city; NAN ENSOR goes to the heart of the matter to find out what makes living in Glasgow such an attraction.(Home)

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From: Daily Record (Glasgow, Scotland)
Date: 20010925
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Byline: NAN ENSOR

WAY back in the 18th century, Robinsoe Crusoe author Daniel Defoe described Glasgow as the most beautiful little town in Great Britain.

And 300 years later, the only argument local residents would give him over that description is the word "little".

Even when the population was under 5000, dear auld Glasgow toun always considered itself a beautiful big city.

Today, despite reports that people prefer the good life in the country rather than city centre living, judging by the rush of buyers that home in on every new development, it seems people ...

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