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Hardcover. The landscape of Somerset has changed in many ways over the last century, and so have the lives of those who call the county home. From Glastonbury to the Quantax, 'Somerset Then & Now' provides a fascinating snapshot of those changes together with changes seen in transport, housing and urban development. Num Pages: 96 pages, col. Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKEWS; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 242 x 172 x 13. Weight in Grams: 448.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
96
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2012
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752470047
ISBN
9780752470047
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 13.91

Hardback. A history of Thatcham Num Pages: 96 pages, col. Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKESB; WQH; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 242 x 164 x 13. Weight in Grams: 448.
Publisher
Pavilion Books
Number of pages
96
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2012
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752462769
ISBN
9780752462769
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 13.91

Paperback. Num Pages: 128 pages, 200 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBK; WQH; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 236 x 157 x 11. Weight in Grams: 286.
Publisher
Nonsuch Publishing
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Condition
New
SKU
V9781845882167
ISBN
9781845882167
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 23.99
€ 17.77

Paperback. Num Pages: 144 pages, 30 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBR; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 204 x 135 x 15. Weight in Grams: 252.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Number of pages
144
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Condition
New
SKU
V9781845887803
ISBN
9781845887803
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 16.99
€ 14.51

Paperback. Outlines the history of the town of Wexford. The author, through words and pictures that tell the general story of the town, reminisces about everything from how weekends were spent in the 1960s through transistor radios to the comics of the day. He also looks back further to stories and items that he loves about the town and surrounding areas. Num Pages: 128 pages, 100 Black & White. BIC Classification: 1DBR; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 165 x 10. Weight in Grams: 360.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd Dublin
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1975
Condition
New
SKU
V9781845885564
ISBN
9781845885564
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 16.99
€ 14.51

Paperback. The Guide Association in Cornwall Series: Archive Photographs: Images of Wales. Num Pages: 128 pages, 200ill. BIC Classification: 1DBKEWC; HBTB; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 165 x 10. Weight in Grams: 300.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2001
Edition
1st
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752422541
ISBN
9780752422541
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 15.99
€ 14.54

Paperback. A follow-up to "Bristol Murders" that brings together true-life historical murders that shocked not only the city but made headline news throughout the nation. Series: Murders. Num Pages: 160 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKEWS; BTC; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 248 x 165 x 12. Weight in Grams: 416.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752456171
ISBN
9780752456171
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 18.68

Paperback. Contains the stories behind some of the most heinous crimes ever committed in Wiltshire that include the murder of Eliza Jones, stabbed to death by her common-law husband in 1836; the shooting of a policeman in 1892; and, Mary Ann Nash, who disposed of her illegitimate son in 1907 by dropping him into a disused well. Series: Murders. Num Pages: 128 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKEWW; BTC; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 247 x 171 x 10. Weight in Grams: 334.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Edition
3rd Printing
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752448961
ISBN
9780752448961
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 14.33

Paperback. Presents twenty-five historic cases of murder committed in the Channel Islands that include: a fatal assault on John Francis in 1894, which remains unsolved; the murder by Philippe Jolin of his father in 1829; the murder and suicide committed by Eugenie Toupin in 1881, and more. Num Pages: 192 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKX; BTC; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 232 x 160 x 11. Weight in Grams: 288.
Publisher
The History Press
Number of pages
192
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752479781
ISBN
9780752479781
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 16.06

Paperback. Brings together twenty-five murderous tales of Oxfordshire, some which were little known outside the county, and others which made national headlines. This book contains the stories behind some of the most heinous crimes ever committed in Oxfordshire. It is suitable for those who are interested in the shady side of Oxfordshire's history. Series: Murders. Num Pages: 160 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBKESF; WQH; WQN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 247 x 172 x 9. Weight in Grams: 422.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Number of pages
160
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752453590
ISBN
9780752453590
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 18.68

Paperback. Features twenty-five murderous tales, some which were little known outside the county of Herefordshire, and others which made national headlines. Series: Murders. Num Pages: 192 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKEMF; BTC; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 245 x 172 x 12. Weight in Grams: 492.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
186
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752453606
ISBN
9780752453606
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 16.06

Paperback. A month-by-month catalogue of reported spectral sightings and paranormal phenomena from around the South West of England. It includes strange tales of restless spirits appearing in streets, buildings and churchyards across the region. It is suitable for those interested in the West Country's haunted heritage. Num Pages: 128 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKEWC; 1DBKEWD; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 166 x 11. Weight in Grams: 304.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Number of pages
128
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752452685
ISBN
9780752452685
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 23.99
€ 17.77

Paperback. Num Pages: 240 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKEML; VXQ; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 233 x 157 x 17. Weight in Grams: 340.
Publisher
The History Press
Number of pages
240
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752487441
ISBN
9780752487441
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 16.06

Paperback. Two female poisoners, Catherine Churchill, who killed her husband in Knowle-St-Giles in 1879 and Sarah Freeman, who claimed several victims in the Bridgwater area from 1843 onwards. A wide variety of means and motive are covered. There is murder committed in the course of robbery, such as the brutal killing of Sarah Wilkins in Nempnett Thrubwell. Series: Murders. Num Pages: 160 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKEWS; BTC; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 247 x 173 x 10. Weight in Grams: 414.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
160
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752457420
ISBN
9780752457420
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 18.68

Paperback. Brings together numerous murderous tales, some which were little known outside the Worcestershire county, and others which made national headlines, including the murders of the entire Gummary family at Berrow in 1780; Catherine Gulliver, killed by John Butler at Holt Fleet in 1864; and, Maria Holmes, slain by her husband at Bromsgrove in 1872. Series: Murders. Num Pages: 160 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKEMT; BTC; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 245 x 173 x 11. Weight in Grams: 392.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752448985
ISBN
9780752448985
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 16.06

Paperback. Life in the largely rural county of Dorset has not always been idyllic, for over the years it has experienced numerous murders, some of which are little known outside the county borders, others that have shocked the nation. Series: Murders. Num Pages: 160 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBKEWT; BTC; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 248 x 177 x 11. Weight in Grams: 410.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
128
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Condition
New
SKU
V9780750951074
ISBN
9780750951074
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 18.68

Paperback. A follow-up to "Cornish Murders" that brings together murderous tales that shocked not only the county but made headline news throughout the nation. Series: Murders. Num Pages: 160 pages, Illustrations, maps, ports. BIC Classification: 1DBKEWC; BTC; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 245 x 170 x 10. Weight in Grams: 414.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
160
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752455457
ISBN
9780752455457
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 16.06

Paperback. Brings together numerous murderous tales, some which were little known outside the county, and others which made national headlines. This book presents stories behind some of the most heinous crimes ever committed in Shropshire. Series: Murders. Num Pages: 160 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKEMP; BTC; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 247 x 173 x 10. Weight in Grams: 410.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752448978
ISBN
9780752448978
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 24.99
€ 21.78

Paperback. Examines Margate's seaside heritage and looks at its development as a destination for holiday-makers. By examining Margate's historic identity the book proposes that Margate will be able to successfully renew itself to face future challenges. Series: Informed Conservation. Num Pages: 80 pages, 83. BIC Classification: 1DBKEWD; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 209 x 211 x 5. Weight in Grams: 296.
Publisher
English Heritage United Kingdom
Number of pages
80
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Condition
New
SKU
V9781905624669
ISBN
9781905624669
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 23.99
€ 22.15

Paperback. The great city of Glasgow has a rich history and proud traditions. This title features 200 photographs that show the city during the height of its power in the early years of the twentieth century. It also shows the drastic changes to the city that produced handsome new streets and urban parks as well as fetid slums and unsightly factories. Num Pages: 128 pages, Illustrations, ports. BIC Classification: 1DBKSC; WQH; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 240 x 170 x 10. Weight in Grams: 310.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752449623
ISBN
9780752449623
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 14.33

Paperback. A history of Abingdon & surrounding areas Series: Archive Photographs: Images of England. Num Pages: 128 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKESF; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 165 x 10. Weight in Grams: 300.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Edition
2nd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752426495
ISBN
9780752426495
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 16.61

Paperback. A history of Stourbridge Num Pages: 208 pages, 137. BIC Classification: 1DBKEMW; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 245 x 186 x 15. Weight in Grams: 784.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
256
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Condition
New
SKU
V9781860773808
ISBN
9781860773808
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 30.99
€ 22.51

Paperback. This fascinating selection of photographs traces some of the many ways in which Pembroke and its surrounding area has changed and developed over the last century. Num Pages: 96 pages, illustrations (black and white, and colour). BIC Classification: 1DBKWV; WQH; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 231 x 164 x 9. Weight in Grams: 304.
Publisher
Amberley Publishing United Kingdom
Number of pages
96
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Condition
New
SKU
V9781445616124
ISBN
9781445616124
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 27.04

Hardcover. Keywords: Local history - Dublin, Guinness, Food and Drink. Quarter cloth on decorated boards. Bumped. Stamp on ffep. 70pp
Condition
Used, Very Good
Publisher
Printed by Hely's Ltd for Guinness
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1952
SKU
KON0823265
Hardback
Condition: Used, Very Good

€ 60.00

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