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Paperback. Contains the stories behind some of the most notorious murders in Kent's history. This title examines some of the historic crimes that shocked not only the county but Britain as a whole. It features such cases as the doctor who was poisoned with morphine in Faversham; and the couple who were brutally battered to death in their beds in Chislehurst. Num Pages: 160 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKESK; BTC; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 250 x 174 x 10. Weight in Grams: 418.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Number of pages
160
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Condition
New
SKU
V9780750948111
ISBN
9780750948111
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 18.60

Paperback. As folk tales reveal a lot about the people who invented them, this book provides a link to the ethics and way of life of generations of Kentish people. It includes intriguing tales of Brave Mary of Mill Hill, King Herla, the Pickpockets of Sturry, the Wantsum Wyrm and the Battle of Sandwich, to name but a few. Num Pages: 192 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKESK; JFHF; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 123 x 14. Weight in Grams: 210.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
192
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752459332
ISBN
9780752459332
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 16.46

Paperback. A fascinating insight into Kent's long and distinguished military defence heritage. Num Pages: 96 pages, 75. BIC Classification: 1DBKESK; HBW; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 165. .
Publisher
Amberley Publishing
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Condition
New
SKU
V9781445655185
ISBN
9781445655185
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 24.99
€ 20.69

Paperback. .
Publisher
Froglets Publications Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
224
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1994
Condition
New
SKU
V9781872337821
ISBN
9781872337821
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 22.10

Paperback. Most of the images collected here are published for the first time and have been drawn from the author's own extensive collection of old picture postcards. Series: Archive Photographs. Num Pages: 128 pages, 200ill. BIC Classification: 1DBK; HBJD1; WQH; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 166 x 9. Weight in Grams: 294.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1996
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752403694
ISBN
9780752403694
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 16.54

Paperback. A guided tour of the historic town of Kendal, showing how the areas you know and love have transformed over the centuries. Series: History Tour. Num Pages: 96 pages, 50. BIC Classification: 1DBKENM; WQH; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 168 x 124. .
Publisher
Amberley Publishing
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Condition
New
SKU
V9781445656090
ISBN
9781445656090
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.39

Paperback. A collection of over 200 archive photographs and images gives a fascinating glimpse into the old market town of Kendal. Series: Images of England. Num Pages: 128 pages, Approx 200 illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKENM; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 233 x 167 x 9. Weight in Grams: 310.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752440620
ISBN
9780752440620
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 16.41

Hardcover. Novelist Todd Babiak commemorates Edmonton Public Library's centenary with a bustling narrative and rich history. Num Pages: 360 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBCL; 3JJ; 3JM; GLMB; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 236 x 166 x 30. Weight in Grams: 500.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
University of Alberta Press Canada
Number of pages
360
Condition
New
SKU
V9780888647290
ISBN
9780888647290
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 51.99
€ 36.94

Paperback. The Jowett Motor Manufacturing Company was founded in Bradford in 1901 by Benjamin, Ruth and William Jowett. Their first product was a V-twin engine which proved to be successful in various cars. In 1906 a prototype car was built using a new design of engine. The first of a long line of Jowetts was born. Series: Archive Photographs: Images of Motoring. Num Pages: 128 pages, 200ill. BIC Classification: 3JJ; TRC; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 238 x 165 x 12. Weight in Grams: 312.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Number of pages
128
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1999
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752417233
ISBN
9780752417233
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 24.99
€ 21.68

Paperback. And a city struggles through racial convulsions, remembered by those such as John Steadman and Father Constantine Sitaris. Num Pages: 368 pages, 25, 25 black & white halftones. BIC Classification: 1KBBFM; HBTB; JFSL1; WQH; WTM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 231 x 153 x 27. Weight in Grams: 524.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Publisher
Johns Hopkins University Press
Condition
New
SKU
V9781421418452
ISBN
9781421418452
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 35.99
€ 30.19

Paperback. This fascinating journey through the thriving town of Whitby and its environs explores the area's rich past and present. Num Pages: 96 pages, 140. BIC Classification: 1DBKEYK; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 237 x 165 x 10. Weight in Grams: 302.
Publisher
Amberley Publishing
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Condition
New
SKU
V9781445646374
ISBN
9781445646374
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.91

Paperback. WEXFORD Num Pages: 192 pages, 40 black & white illustrations, 16 colour illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBR; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 157 x 235 x 12. Weight in Grams: 456.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Condition
New
SKU
9781845888268
ISBN
9781845888268
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 6.23

Paperback.
Edition
Illustrated
Publisher
Royal Irish Academy Dublin
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Condition
New
SKU
V9781904890690
ISBN
9781904890690
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 15.00
€ 13.23

Sheet map, folded.
Publication date
2013
Publisher
Mapseeker Archive Publishing
Number of pages
1
Condition
New
SKU
V9781844918126
ISBN
9781844918126
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 23.63

Article in the 'Journal of the Butler Society, Volume 2, Number 3, 1984. Keywords: Genealogy, Periodical, Church in Ireland, 16th Century. 11pp
Condition
Used, Very Good
Publisher
The Butler Society
Publication date
1984
SKU
KON0823438
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good

€ 20.00

Paperback. Num Pages: 192 pages, 30 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKX; JFHF; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 199 x 130 x 16. Weight in Grams: 216.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Condition
New
SKU
V9780750965880
ISBN
9780750965880
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 16.45

Paperback. From the momentous to the outlandish, this title is packed full of fun facts about everything to do with Jersey. Much more than a tourist guide, residents too will discover things they never knew about the island. Num Pages: 128 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKX; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 173 x 110 x 10. Weight in Grams: 158.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
128
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752471501
ISBN
9780752471501
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 9.33

Hardback. Rare. 15pp. In original wrappers. Wrappers sunned to spine and showing light age and shelfwear. Clean and clear text, a very good copy. Keywords: Kilkenny, Jerpoint Abbey
Publication date
1939
Publisher
Stationery Office Dublin
Condition
Used, Very Good
Format
Hardback
SKU
KSG0027993
Hardback
Condition: Used, Very Good

€ 32.00

Hardback. An intriguing insight into days gone by, local historian and photographer Paul Perry illustrates the changes that have been wrought upon the town through a selection of captivating images from his archive alongside full-colour modern photographs of the same scene today. Num Pages: 96 pages, Illustrations (some col.). BIC Classification: 1DBKEYN; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 174 x 243 x 13. Weight in Grams: 448.
Publisher
Batsford Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
96
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2011
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752463162
ISBN
9780752463162
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 13.85

Hardcover. Series: Halsgrove Discover Series. Num Pages: 144 pages, profusely illustrated in colour throughout. BIC Classification: 1DBKESK; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 224 x 238 x 18. Weight in Grams: 758.
Publisher
Halsgrove
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2015
Condition
New
SKU
V9780857042576
ISBN
9780857042576
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 23.99
€ 20.61

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