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Disbound. [Alice Delin. Return to an order of the Honourable The House of Commons, dated 20 May 1862;- for, Copies ‘of the Depositions taken at a Coroner’s Inquest held at Tullamore, the King’s County, on the 3d day of January 1862, on the body of Alice Delin, who had been imprisoned in the County Gaol for Seven Days.’ ‘Of the Order or Conviction (if any), and of the Committal, under which she was so imprisoned.’ ‘of the Entry (if any), of such Order or Conviction in the Petty Sessions Order Book of the District, and of all entries or Orders appearing on the page of the said Order Book in which such Conviction or Order is entered.’ ‘Return stating when and from whom the said Conviction or Order was received by the Clerk of Petty Sessions, when he made an entry of the same in the Order Book, and in whose Handwriting the original of said Order or Conviction and the Signature thereto is.’ ‘Copy of the Informations sworn against the said Alice Delin.’ ‘Return stating in Whose Handwriting the original of the said Informations is, where they were written, and also whether the Prisoner, the Deponent, or any Justice of the Peace were present while such Informations were being written; and also, if the Prisoner was present when such Informations were afterwards sworn.’ ‘And, Copy of any Correspondence of any Members of the Irish Government in relation to the above Case.’] 12pp. Keywords: 19th Century Ireland, Local History – County Offaly, Prisons, Policing and Justice. Small tear affects the right hand edge of the pages. Disbound, housed in a protective file
Condition
Used, Very Good
Format
Hardback
Publisher
Ordered, by The House of Commons, to be printed
Publication date
1862
SKU
KON0825155
Hardback
Condition: Used, Very Good

€ 85.00

Paperback. Palaeography for family and local historians Num Pages: 208 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 272 x 207 x 11. Weight in Grams: 778.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
216
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Edition
2nd Revised edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781860776519
ISBN
9781860776519
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 30.99
€ 26.52

Paperback. A collection of more than 200 photographs that trace the ways Paignton has changed and developed. This book shows the different aspects of everyday life, from shops and businesses, churches and schools, to images of work and leisure, day trips and days off. It captures the landscapes and landmarks of the town and its surrounding areas. Num Pages: 128 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBKEWD; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 168 x 234 x 9. Weight in Grams: 312.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
128
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752444642
ISBN
9780752444642
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 16.06

Paperback. .
Publisher
Frith Book Company Ltd. United Kingdom
Number of pages
96
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2001
Edition
Pbk. ed
Condition
New
SKU
V9781859373743
ISBN
9781859373743
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 16.10

Paperback. A collection of over 150 archive images that provides a nostalgic insight into the history of Padiham over the last century. Describing many aspects of life in this old market town, it includes chapters on work and industry - including the cotton mills, coal mines and stone quarries that marked the industrial heart of the Pennines. Num Pages: 96 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBKENL; WQH; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 240 x 170 x 10. Weight in Grams: 300.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
96
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752451886
ISBN
9780752451886
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 18.68

Paperback. In this intriguing new collection of old postcards and photographs, the Paddington of the past has been recreated through the images that were recognisable daily sights to those who have know the area during the twentieth century. Series: Archive Photographs: Images of England. Num Pages: 128 pages, black & white halftones, frontispiece. BIC Classification: 1DBKESL; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 165 x 235 x 9. Weight in Grams: 322.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752422046
ISBN
9780752422046
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 16.61

Paperback. The Ballinderry River rises north-west of Pomeroy in Co. Beginning at the Ice Age, and leading us through the coming of Christianity, the Tudors, and Plantation, this book brings us right through to the Ballinderry River of modern times, where it is going through a rejuvenation project with the help of the WWF and the community. Num Pages: 256 pages, ill. BIC Classification: HBJD1; PSAF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). . Good clean copy
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Condition
Used, Like New
SKU
KSG0028580
ISBN
9781845889562
Paperback
Condition: Used, Like New

€ 4.99

Hardcover. 140pp. Signed copies while stocks last
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
Joseph Murphy Clarenbridge, Co Galway
Condition
New
SKU
9780953603817
ISBN
9780953603817
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 15.00
€ 12.56

Paperback. .
Publisher
Fircone Books Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Edition
Paperback
Condition
New
SKU
V9781907700040
ISBN
9781907700040
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.72

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. Oxfordshire folk tales Num Pages: 224 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKESF; JFHF; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 186 x 198 x 17. Weight in Grams: 244.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Number of pages
224
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752464145
ISBN
9780752464145
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 16.61

Paperback. The people of Oxfordshire take part in varied customs, sports and traditions. This title includes folk festival events such as the Bampton Great Shirt race, egg jarping at Chinnor, the Banbury Hobby Horse festival, and the Pumpkin Club. It is illustrated with 180 photographs, featuring funfairs and fetes, celebrations and carnivals, and games. Num Pages: 128 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKESF; WQH; WQN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 165 x 9. Weight in Grams: 298.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Number of pages
128
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752457437
ISBN
9780752457437
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 18.68

Paperback. Searching the archives of the university, the Public Record Office, the Centre for Oxfordshire Studies, this work collects more than 100 accounts that paint a picture of Oxford's seedier side. Using court records and newspaper accounts, it brings together crime stories dating from 1750 to 1920, including: infamous murders, hangings, and more. Num Pages: 160 pages, 50 black and white. BIC Classification: 1DBKESF; BTC; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 249 x 172 x 15. Weight in Grams: 572.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
256
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1996
Edition
paperback / softback
Condition
New
SKU
V9780750938204
ISBN
9780750938204
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 23.99
€ 17.77

Paperback. A former Prime Minister holds an Oxford beer drinking record? An Oxford academic ate the heart of King Louis IV? One of the Popes came from Oxford? Num Pages: 128 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKESF; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 173 x 113 x 9. Weight in Grams: 154.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Number of pages
128
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752460260
ISBN
9780752460260
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 11.42

Paperback. This fascinating volume recalls some of the greatest stunts and practical jokes in the university's history, including those by Oscar Wilde, Percy Shelly, Richard Burton and Roger Bacon. Num Pages: 128 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKESF; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 176 x 112 x 10. Weight in Grams: 114.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Number of pages
128
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752456508
ISBN
9780752456508
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 11.76

Paperback. Oxford Pubs gives a unique and fascinating insight into some of Oxford's famous and infamous pubs, taverns and inns. Series: Pubs. Num Pages: 96 pages, 100. BIC Classification: 1DBKESF; WQH; WTHR. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 165 x 10. Weight in Grams: 300.
Publisher
Amberley Publishing
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Edition
UK ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9781445647289
ISBN
9781445647289
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 28.63

Paperback. Offers a glimpse of life in the Oxford in the 1950s and '60s, which started with post-war austerity and ended with Britain becoming the music and fashion capital of the world. Num Pages: 128 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKESF; 3JJPG; 3JJPK; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 166 x 8. Weight in Grams: 300.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752452197
ISBN
9780752452197
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 18.68

Hardcover. For more than three centuries Oxford has been the subject of fine illustrated books and engraved prints. The best of these historic prints are reproduced here to create a panorama of classical Oxford, offering an instructive and captivating view of Oxford through the ages. Num Pages: 160 pages, 80 colour illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKESF; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 245 x 278. .
Publisher
Bodleian Library, University of Oxford
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2017
Condition
New
SKU
V9781851242467
ISBN
9781851242467
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 33.99
€ 25.06

Paperback. Explores the rich and fascinating history of the city through an examination of some of its greatest architectural treasures. Series: In 50 Buildings. Num Pages: 96 pages, 100. BIC Classification: 1DBKESF; AMX; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 236 x 166 x 13. Weight in Grams: 286.
Publisher
Amberley Publishing
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
SKU
V9781445659879
ISBN
9781445659879
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 28.63

Paperback. A guided tour of Oxford, showing how the 'City of Dreaming Spires' has changed over the past century and more. Series: History Tour. Num Pages: 96 pages, 50. BIC Classification: 1DBKESF; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 168 x 124. .
Publisher
Amberley Publishing
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Condition
New
SKU
V9781445671116
ISBN
9781445671116
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 11.99
€ 10.89

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